US President Donald Trump has again expressed his desire to include Greenland in America. They say that this is very important for America’s national security. Trump’s statement is now being taken more seriously after the recent military operation in Venezuela, where US forces arrested Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro.

Military action also an option to acquire Greenland

Trump said that we absolutely want Greenland. The White House made it clear on Tuesday that military action can also be taken to acquire Greenland. White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller said, ‘Nobody will fight the US over the future of Greenland.’ He called international rules ‘iron law’, which do not work in a world based on strength and power.

Why is Greenland very important for America?

Greenland is a large, icy island in the Arctic, which is a semi-autonomous territory of Denmark. The strategic importance of this place is very high. Because,

• Security of Atlantic sea lanes.
• Base for missile detection.
• Melting ice is opening up new shipping routes.
• There is abundance of oil, gas and rare earth elements, in which China and Russia are interested.

Trump had also talked about buying Greenland during his first term as president, but at that time it was considered a joke. Now after the success in Venezuela it has become serious. Trump has appointed Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry as special envoy to Greenland.

Trump wants complete control over the hemisphere

On January 3, 2026, US Special Forces raided Venezuela and arrested Maduro and his wife and brought them to New York. Trump said that America is now ‘running’ Venezuela. The interim government of Venezuela will give up to 50 million barrels of sanctioned oil to America, the proceeds of which Trump will use for the American and Venezuelan people.

Trump called it the empire building project of the 21st century. They want to take complete control over the Western Hemisphere. This sounds like 19th century American presidents, like Jefferson buying Louisiana or William McKinley annexing Hawaii.

What did European countries say on Greenland?

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said, ‘Greenland belongs to its people.’ He warned that any use of force would destroy NATO and America-Europe relations would break down. Several European countries, including France, Germany, Britain, Italy, Poland and Spain, issued a joint statement supporting Greenland’s sovereignty.

The Prime Minister of Canada has also talked about sending a high-level team to Greenland.

Major changes possible in American policies

CNN’s Stephen Collinson says the US already maintains a base in Greenland under NATO. No need to buy or take possession, but Trump wants complete control.

Retired Admiral James Stavridis said, ‘This will be the end of NATO.’ So, Senator Chris Murphy said, ‘Now what is going on in Trump’s mind, it has to be taken seriously.’

However, buying Greenland requires the approval of Congress, the European Union and Denmark. The cost of this deal will be hundreds of billions of dollars. At present, no immediate military action is visible, but Trump’s success has worried the world. This shows a major change in American foreign policy.

Trump erdogan meeting: US President Donald Trump is seen quite active in international diplomacy these days. Recently, he called Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir to America and had lunch with him. General Munir is considered a representative of the pro -China country Pakistan, but by calling America, Trump tried to give a big message. This was the same time when Pakistan was looking for a new strategic associate after Operation Sindoor. Lunch with Trump was seen as a diplomatic success in Pakistan.

Erdogan and Trump’s video viral
Now taking forward this diplomatic sequence, Trump has also met Turki President Tayyip Erdogan. The meeting took place during the NATO Summit in Hague City, Netherlands. This meeting of Erdogan and Trump was very warm. During this time, the two leaders shook hands, had some conversations in the ear and Trump suddenly started seeing something in his coat. This scene became a topic of discussion in the media.

President Erdogan and Trump Greet Each Other as Nato Leaders Gather for a Family Photo pic.twitter.com/2UVHHUZU8F

– türkiye today (@turkiyetodaycom) June 24, 2025

What speculation is being done
The Turkas are usually counted among the countries close to China. Turki has strengthened strategic and economic relations under Belt and Road Initiative with China over the years. But now the attitude of President Erdogan seems to be changed. During this meeting, Trump and Erdogan had talks on global issues like bilateral relationships, defense cooperation, energy, investment and Ukraine and Middle East. The President of Turkish expressed his desire to pursue relations in areas such as energy and investment with the US. He said that promoting cooperation in the defense industry will help both countries achieve trade targets of $ 100 billion.

President Erdogan described the ceasefire between Israel and Iran as the result of Trump’s international leadership ability. He hoped that this ceasefire would be permanent. This statement indicates that Erdogan takes Trump’s diplomatic understanding and global impact seriously.

Both looked comfortable even during photo selection
During the NATO Summit, there was a photo session between Trump and Erdogan, in which the two leaders were seen talking with great affinity. Trump was repeatedly seen patting Erdogan’s hand. The two leaders agreed that NATO should be united and strong to deal with global threats.

Trump got Turki’s support
US President Trump has demanded an increase in NATO’s defense spending 5 percent in view of the challenge being received from Russia. The Turki has supported this proposal, which can help Trump to fulfill his purpose. Although Trump met leaders of many countries at this NATO conference, his meeting with Erdogan is being given special importance. The reason is that the Presidents of Turkia have formed close relations with China, Russia and Iran in recent years. But now they are taking a flexible stand on NATO expansion and are also supporting Sweden’s membership.

Another reason is that the Turki is currently facing serious economic crisis. In such a situation, America can become a relief for that. At the same time, Erdogan is also facing political challenges inside his country. In these conditions, it can be beneficial for them to strengthen relations with America.