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Trump Aims for Greenland: Ambassadors Predict Future Deal

1/26/2026

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Carla Sands, former U.S. ambassador to Denmark, predicts President Donald Trump will secure Greenland by the end of his second term.
Trump proposed a deal framework aimed at benefiting Greenland's development, despite resistance from Greenland and Denmark, who maintain the territory is not for sale.
Trump has moderated his approach by dropping tariff threats and ruling out military action.
Former Congressman Richard Swett highlighted Greenland's significance in U.S.-Denmark relations and expressed hope for Greenlander involvement in negotiations.

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Carla Sands, former U.S. ambassador to Denmark, predicts President Donald Trump will secure Greenland by the end of his second term.
Trump proposed a deal framework aimed at benefiting Greenland's development, despite resistance from Greenland and Denmark, who maintain the territory is not for sale.
Trump has moderated his approach by dropping tariff threats and ruling out military action.
Former Congressman Richard Swett highlighted Greenland's significance in U.S.-Denmark relations and expressed hope for Greenlander involvement in negotiations.