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Trump Posts “His Hemisphere” Image, Claims Permanent U.S. Role in Greenland
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Trump’s Greenland Claim on Truth Social
President Donald J. Trump, age 80, posted a doctored globe image on his Truth Social platform that highlighted the Northern Hemisphere and carried the caption “His Hemisphere.” In the accompanying text, he asserted that the United States had reached an agreement with Denmark that gives the U.S. “permanent” control over Greenland’s security and announced plans to develop a large military presence on the island.
Background of Greenland Proposals
Trump’s fixation on Greenland dates back to his first term, when he publicly suggested that the U.S. could acquire the autonomous Danish territory. He has previously floated the idea of purchasing or even invading Greenland, later backtracking. Earlier this month, a separate map posted by Trump showed the American flag covering Greenland, Canada, Central America, the Caribbean, and Iceland. In January, another map depicted Canada and Greenland as part of the United States. These visual posts have been part of a broader pattern of Trump’s claims that the U.S. must secure Greenland to prevent rival powers such as Russia or China from gaining influence.
Official Statements & Responses
Iceland’s foreign minister, Þórgerður Gunnarsdóttir, described Trump’s recent post as “completely inappropriate.” The White House has not provided a comment on the claim.
Implications
If taken seriously, the claim could strain U.S.–Denmark relations and raise concerns among NATO partners about unilateral American actions in the Arctic. The repeated use of doctored maps and grandiose statements underscores ongoing tensions between Trump’s personal diplomatic style and established international protocols.