Thousands of people took to the streets in Copenhagen and other Danish cities on Saturday to protest against US President Donald Trump's proposal to take over Greenland. The protest came after Trump warned that he would impose tariffs on countries opposing his plans, sparking widespread outrage among Danes.
A bipartisan delegation from the US Congress, led by Democratic Senator Chris Coons, met with top Danish and Greenlandic politicians and business leaders in Copenhagen. However, the visit was overshadowed by the growing protests against Trump's stance on Greenland.
The protesters, waving Danish flags alongside those of Greenland, chanted slogans such as "Kalaallit Nunaat!", the name of Greenland in Greenlandic, demanding respect for the autonomous territory's democracy and fundamental human rights.
Organisers said the aim was to send a unified message against the US administration's plans, which have been met with widespread opposition among Greenlanders. A sister demonstration is scheduled to take place on Sunday in Nuuk, the capital of Greenland, where protesters will march to the US consulate carrying Greenlandic flags.
The protests came as Trump has repeatedly accused Denmark of not doing enough to ensure Greenland's security, despite the territory being covered by NATO's security umbrella. European NATO members have announced they are deploying troops to Greenland for a military exercise, with the United States invited to participate.
Greensburgers in both Greenland and Denmark have called on their leaders to stand together against the US administration's plans, saying that there is no security threat to justify Trump's stance. "We demand respect for our country's right to self-determination and for us as a people," said one organiser.
A recent poll showed that 85% of Greenlanders oppose the territory joining the United States, while only six per cent were in favour. The opposition is bipartisan, with many Americans expressing concern about Trump's stance on Greenland.
As tensions rise, US lawmakers are beginning to speak out against Trump's plans, calling for a more nuanced approach to Arctic security that prioritises international cooperation and respect for sovereignty. The protests in Denmark serve as a reminder that the fate of Greenland hangs in the balance, and that the world is watching closely as this critical issue unfolds.
A bipartisan delegation from the US Congress, led by Democratic Senator Chris Coons, met with top Danish and Greenlandic politicians and business leaders in Copenhagen. However, the visit was overshadowed by the growing protests against Trump's stance on Greenland.
The protesters, waving Danish flags alongside those of Greenland, chanted slogans such as "Kalaallit Nunaat!", the name of Greenland in Greenlandic, demanding respect for the autonomous territory's democracy and fundamental human rights.
Organisers said the aim was to send a unified message against the US administration's plans, which have been met with widespread opposition among Greenlanders. A sister demonstration is scheduled to take place on Sunday in Nuuk, the capital of Greenland, where protesters will march to the US consulate carrying Greenlandic flags.
The protests came as Trump has repeatedly accused Denmark of not doing enough to ensure Greenland's security, despite the territory being covered by NATO's security umbrella. European NATO members have announced they are deploying troops to Greenland for a military exercise, with the United States invited to participate.
Greensburgers in both Greenland and Denmark have called on their leaders to stand together against the US administration's plans, saying that there is no security threat to justify Trump's stance. "We demand respect for our country's right to self-determination and for us as a people," said one organiser.
A recent poll showed that 85% of Greenlanders oppose the territory joining the United States, while only six per cent were in favour. The opposition is bipartisan, with many Americans expressing concern about Trump's stance on Greenland.
As tensions rise, US lawmakers are beginning to speak out against Trump's plans, calling for a more nuanced approach to Arctic security that prioritises international cooperation and respect for sovereignty. The protests in Denmark serve as a reminder that the fate of Greenland hangs in the balance, and that the world is watching closely as this critical issue unfolds.
The protests in Copenhagen are definitely a sign that not everyone agrees with Trump's plan to take over Greenland 
. It's interesting to see how the Danish people are standing up for their country's autonomy and self-determination 
. I mean, 85% of Greenlanders opposing the territory joining the US is a pretty clear message 
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. The fact that European NATO members are deploying troops for a military exercise without any evidence of a security threat suggests that there's more at play here than just Trump's ego 
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. It'll be interesting to see how US lawmakers respond to these concerns and whether they can find a way to address them without alienating their own people 
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. I mean, can you blame them? The thought of the US taking over Greenland is just so...not on 
. Those protesters waving those flags alongside each other is giving me all the feels 
, and I'm so glad to see people from both countries standing united in their opposition.
. A bipartisan delegation coming in and facing resistance like this? It's a major sign that something is amiss 
. The fact that Greenlanders have been vocal about opposing the US taking over is making me proud of our world leaders for standing up for what they believe in 
. It's amazing to see people coming together for a cause, and I just can't wait to see how this all unfolds 
I gotta say, Trump's plan to take over Greenland is crazy 
! I mean, who decides what's best for another country? It feels like a classic case of colonialism all over again. The fact that the Danes and Greenlanders are standing up against this plan shows they're not going down without a fight 
. And honestly, 85% of Greenlanders don't want to be part of the US? That's a pretty clear message from the people themselves 
. We should definitely be watching this situation closely to make sure no one is being taken advantage of 
anyway its kinda cool that danes r standing up 4 their greeneelandic brethren & all but cant help feelin like usa is just tryna act like a bully again... nato security umbrella or watever, still sounds like trump just wanna keep his ego intact 
No way, dude.
Newsflash: tariffs are never a good idea. They just hurt ordinary people and small businesses. And what's with the NATO thing? Is he trying to create some kind of Arctic superpower or something? 
they r sayin no way joe, not 4 a sec, Greenland has its own gov & rights 2 make its own decsionz 
Denmark isnt doin enuf 2 protect it, danes need 2 stand up 4 their country n their people 
and u think that's gonna work? 
anywayz, even some americans r gettin fed up w/ trumps antics & some lawmakers r speakin out against the plans 
! I mean, who does Trump think he's talking to? Like, the Danes are already saying no to the idea of joining the States, but Trump just won't take that as a hint 
. It's all about respecting their autonomy and sovereignty, you know? I mean, would we want some foreign country telling us how to run our country? Didn't think so 
! This is a wake-up call for all of us to pay attention to what's going on in the Arctic. It's not just about Greenland; it's about the bigger picture of international cooperation and respect for human rights 
I can only imagine how scary it must be for those people living in Greenland to have their future being decided by someone else's ego 
I'm so proud of those Danes who stood up for their people and showed some major courage 
? Like, come on guys, can't you just get along with each other? 
- Can you imagine Trump trying to take over another country? It's crazy! The fact that most Danes are against it too makes me think that Denmark should stand firm against Trump's demands. Greenland has its own identity and way of life, and they shouldn't be forced into something they don't want. This is all about respecting other countries' sovereignty, right? 
it's amazing to see such a strong unity among Danes and Greenlanders against Trump's plans 
I mean 85% of Greenlanders are straight up opposed to it, so let's get on board with their stance 
I'm not surprised that people are really upset about Trump's plans to take over Greenland 
. On the other hand, we've got European NATO members deploying troops to Greenland for a military exercise... maybe that's a sign that some folks are getting their priorities straight 
. So yeah, I get why people are protesting, but let's also keep an open mind and see where this whole thing goes... who knows, maybe we'll come out with some amazing solutions