Group 1: U.S. Interest in Greenland - The U.S. President Trump reiterated the need for the U.S. to acquire Greenland during a meeting with oil executives, stating he has not yet considered the financial aspects of a "purchase" [1] - U.S. Vice President Pence warned Europe to take Trump's statements seriously, indicating that the U.S. may take action if Europe does not respond appropriately [5] - The Trump administration is discussing various options to acquire Greenland, including direct cash payments to residents, despite Denmark's repeated assertions that Greenland is not for sale [7][12] Group 2: European Response - French Foreign Minister Le Drian expressed concerns about the current state of European political organizations and emphasized that Europe has the right to reject proposals from traditional allies if deemed unacceptable [6] - Italian Prime Minister Meloni expressed disbelief that the U.S. would resort to military action to control Greenland, stating it would not benefit anyone, including the U.S. [6] - Denmark's military regulations allow for immediate retaliation if the U.S. were to use force against Greenland, highlighting the potential for conflict [14][15] Group 3: Greenland Residents' Stance - Greenland residents have strongly opposed the idea of accepting cash payments from the U.S. in exchange for joining the U.S., asserting their desire to remain independent [8][10] - Interviews with residents indicate a firm rejection of any financial incentives offered by the U.S., emphasizing their commitment to their sovereignty [9][10] Group 4: Military Context - The U.S. currently has broad rights to establish military bases in Greenland under a treaty signed in 1951, but Trump seeks more direct control [12] - Denmark's military capabilities are limited, with an army of approximately 7,000 to 9,000 personnel, which raises questions about its ability to respond to potential U.S. military actions [16] - The Arctic Joint Command is responsible for military operations in Greenland, indicating the strategic importance of the region for both Denmark and the U.S. [16]
特朗普:无论难易都要得到格陵兰岛!当地居民:给钱也不加入
Mei Ri Jing Ji Xin Wen·2026-01-10 05:14