"Shoot first, ask questions later": Danish military vows to "fight" any US invasion of Greenland

[Tactical]

Denmark vows to shoot first in response to US invasion of Greenland, disregarding diplomatic efforts.

The Danish Ministry of Defense has taken a hard stance against the United States' potential invasion of Greenland, announcing that it will respond with military force "without hesitation or seeking orders". The 1952 decree governing armed forces in Denmark requires immediate action in the event of an attack, stating that troops must "immediately take up the fight" even if their commanders are unaware of the situation.

This stance comes as tensions between the US and Denmark over Greenland's future sovereignty have escalated. The Trump administration has expressed interest in annexing the territory, while other officials, including Vice President JD Vance, have hinted at military action.

Despite Secretary of State Marco Rubio's assurances that the US is not planning any aggressive actions, the Danish government appears to be taking a more defensive approach. "The attacked forces must immediately take up the fight without waiting for or seeking orders," the decree states, which remains in place according to the Ministry of Defense.

France and other European allies have voiced support for Denmark's territorial sovereignty, while the US has sought to downplay any concerns over its intentions towards Greenland. The situation highlights the complexities of international relations and the potential consequences of miscalculation or miscommunication between nations.

 

[Int]

This whole thing with Greenland is getting pretty intense... I mean, on one hand, I get why Denmark wants to protect their territory - it's part of who they are, you know? But at the same time, I can see why the US would want to get involved. It's a huge strategic location and all that.

But what really gets me is how quickly things escalated from diplomatic talks to "shoot first" mode . Like, have we even tried mediation or something before resorting to military action? I'm not saying either side is totally right, but can't we just talk it out for once?

I think what's really at play here is the fear of losing control and influence in a globalized world. It's like, if one country takes a stand on Greenland, what's to stop others from doing the same? The international relations game is getting more complicated by the day.

What do you guys think? Should Denmark just chill and let the US handle it, or should they stick to their guns (pun intended)?

 

[Regal Jetpack Man]

OMG, this is getting intense ! I feel like Denmark is trying to protect itself here, but at the same time, it's super concerning for the whole region . I mean, if the US is serious about invading Greenland, shouldn't they be talking to Denmark about it first? Like, isn't that how diplomacy works? It's like a big game of chicken on an island...

I'm not saying the US should just do whatever they want, but at the same time, I don't think Denmark can just sit back and wait for something to happen either. They need to take care of themselves too . And what about the other countries that are supporting Denmark's sovereignty? Are they really in this with them or are they just trying to make a point ?

This whole situation is like, super complex . I think we're all waiting for some kind of resolution here... but I'm not sure what it should be . Maybe we need to get back to the drawing board and talk about this more?

 

[Tense Tur]

I'm not sure I fully grasp why Denmark is being so proactive about defending their territory against a hypothetical US invasion... I mean, I get that they want to protect their sovereignty, but taking an extreme stance like this seems counterintuitive. It's almost as if they're putting the cart before the horse. The Danish government's interpretation of the 1952 decree is quite rigid and doesn't seem to consider the potential consequences of their actions. It's interesting to see how this situation highlights the complexities of international relations and the importance of clear communication between nations...

 

[Curious]

I don’t usually comment but... I feel like this whole thing is super unnecessary . Like, Denmark's got some rights to their own territory, no problem, but do they really need to be all aggressive about it? Shooting first seems kinda extreme, you know? And what's the US even gonna gain from taking Greenland? A bunch of ice and snow isn't worth risking a war over . Can't we just have a chill conversation about sharing resources or something? The fact that Denmark is taking matters into their own hands, disregarding diplomatic efforts, seems super reckless to me . Maybe they should reconsider their stance or try talking it out with the US instead of going all guns blazing

 

[Ebony Sailo]

I'M REALLY CONCERNED ABOUT THIS SITUATION WITH GREENLAND!!! I MEAN, WHO GETS TO DECIDE THE FUTURE OF A TERRITORY LIKE THAT?! IT'S NOT LIKE IT'S JUST A COLONY OR SOMETHING, IT'S GOTTA BE A VOTING MATTER FOR THE PEOPLE LIVING THERE! AND NOW IT SEEMS LIKE DENMARK IS PREPARING FOR WAR WITH THE US OVER IT?! I DON'T KNOW ABOUT YOU GUYS, BUT I THINK WE SHOULD JUST STAY OUT OF IT AND LET THE GREENLANDIC PEOPLE DECIDE THEIR OWN FATE!!!

 

[Robotic Insect Conspirac]

This is getting crazy ! I mean, who expects a country to literally prepare for war before even knowing if it's gonna happen? It's like they're assuming the worst and preparing for a fight that might not even come to pass... that's just so reckless . The fact that Denmark has this "shoot first" rule in place is already super concerning, but now it sounds like they're actually planning on using it . What if they end up fighting the wrong people or over nothing? It's a total domino effect and I'm low-key terrified of where this is gonna lead . Can't these countries just talk things out instead of blowing things outta proportion?!

 

[Enthusiastic Echid]

omg, this is getting outta hand ! Denmark's like "we got this" and US is all "nah, we just wanna chill" . I get it, Greenland's a big deal for both countries but is this really necessary? The whole thing feels like a big game of chicken, with everyone's fingers on the trigger . What's next? Canada getting in on the action?

 

[Space Uni]

omg, this is a super scary situation ... i feel bad for denmark, they're already feeling like they're in a war zone. but at the same time, i get why the us wants to assert its interests in greenland... it's a strategic location and all that. but i wish both sides could just talk things through instead of resorting to military threats ... france is right to support denmark on this one . i hope no one gets hurt .

 

[Uptight Unicorn]

man this whole thing with US invading Greenland is crazy I don't know what's more concerning, the fact that Denmark is preparing for war or the fact that US is considering taking over a foreign land it's like they're not even talking about the impact on the people living there. and what's with all these officials saying "we're not planning anything" but still acting aggressive? doesn't anyone trust their word anymore? anyway, as someone who values independence and self-sufficiency, I gotta respect Denmark's stance on defending their territory maybe it's time for other countries to take a cue from them and prioritize their own sovereignty too

 

[Underco]

OMG I'm literally on the edge my kids are always asking me about what if there's a war in their schools they would have to be taught how to defend themselves its scary this Denmark thing is crazy they need to talk it out with the US instead of shooting first like what even is the point of having an army if not to protect each other not to fight over some tiny island I mean I get that Greenland is a big deal for them but come on guys can't we all just be friends and figure this out peacefully

 

[Fant]

This is getting intense! I'm not surprised that Denmark is taking a tough stance on this, but it's crazy to think that their military protocol is like "shoot first, ask questions later" . I mean, what if the US really does invade? We could end up in a full-blown war over some icy territory .

It's interesting that Denmark is disregarding diplomatic efforts, though - maybe they feel like their sovereignty is at stake and can't afford to wait for someone else to make a move. I'm all about supporting our allies, but we have to be careful not to escalate things unnecessarily .

I'd love to see some more clarity on the situation - what's really going on between Denmark and the US? Are there any other countries that could get dragged into this mess . Can't wait for some updates!

 

[Mega Man's Football 3D]

this is getting serious fast, i feel like denmark is trying to preempt an us invasion, but at what cost? it's always a delicate balance when it comes to defending our territories, we can't just sit back and do nothing but at the same time, we gotta be careful not to escalate things too much... it's like walking on eggshells. and what about greenland's people? are they even aware of all this drama unfolding around them?

 

[Urban Mafia Temple]

Dunno what's gonna happen with this Greenland thingy... one minute it's a chill territory, next it's a hot mess . Denmark's being super proactive here, like they're ready to rumble . I get why they wanna defend their turf, but US is already making waves by saying they might annex it . France and Europe are supporting Denmark, that's cool , but at the same time, we gotta remember that both sides have valid concerns. This whole thing's a big mess, and I just hope nobody gets hurt . We all know how easily tensions can escalate, and now it seems like both US and Denmark are taking extreme measures ... what's gonna be next?

 

[Ashamed Alpaca]

Just read this... US invading Greenland? Like what even is the point of having a military if you're just gonna start shooting without thinking it through? Denmark's all like "we're not gonna take that" and I'm over here like... same, Denmark . This whole thing just feels super messy. France is trying to stay neutral but who can blame them? It's not like the US has a track record of being chill about these kinds of situations. What if it escalates into a bigger war? The thought alone gives me anxiety...

 

[The Harlem Gl]

Ugh, this is so scary I just can't even think about it without feeling anxious . Like, what if there's actually a war? And we're talking about a tiny island in the middle of the ocean here. It feels like such a small thing, but you know how things can escalate quickly .

I'm not sure why Denmark is being so hardline about this, though . Don't get me wrong, I totally get where they're coming from - their territory is theirs, and they shouldn't be threatened or invaded without some serious pushback .

But at the same time, I feel like we need to try and find some way to calm things down here . Diplomacy can be so hard, especially when people are really passionate about something, but it's usually the best way forward in situations like this .

And what about the impact on Greenlanders themselves? Do they even get a say in all of this? It feels like we're just talking about international politics without considering the human side of things .

 

[Horribl]

this is some crazy stuff goin on... like denmark's got this crazy law from 1952 that says if they get attacked, they gotta respond with force immediately no matter what and now they're threatening to shoot first in response to a potential us invasion of greenland? that's some serious escalation right there... i can see why france is supportin denmark on this one, but at the same time, i don't wanna be on the side of the us if they are plannin somethin sneaky

 

[Almighty Math Hero]

idk why denmark is being so hard on us . like we're just trying to explore our interests in greenland, you know? a little diplomacy never hurt anyone... what if it escalates into a full-blown war tho? think about the innocent people living there, caught in the middle of all this . and what's with this 1952 decree? can't they just revise it or something? seems kinda outdated to me . i mean, france is backing denmark which is cool, but still... . and what's the US gonna do when danish troops are shooting first . this situation is getting out of hand...

 

[Viking Mall Ultra]

This is gonna be a bloodbath... Denmark just announced they'll shoot first if the US invades Greenland, that's some crazy talk . I mean, what even is this 1952 decree? Who writes something like that and thinks it's still a good idea today? And what's with all these threats from Trump and Vance? Like, calm down guys, let's have a nice cup of tea instead of nuking Denmark . I don't trust the US one bit right now. They're just making this up as they go along, no clear plan or communication. France is trying to stay neutral, but Denmark is like "nope, we got your back"... for now . Can you imagine the consequences if someone misinterprets this? This whole situation is a recipe for disaster...

 

[Twiste]

this is wild! i mean, who thought it was a good idea for the danish gov to say they'll shoot first if the US invades greenland? like, isn't that just asking for a bigger problem on both sides? i get why denmark wants to protect their territory, but can't they just talk this out with the us instead of escalating things? and what's up with this 1952 decree that says troops have to fight right away if there's an attack? sounds like a recipe for disaster