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How Greenlanders view Trump takover bid amid autonomy push

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Jack Parrock in Nuuk, Greenland
September 8, 2025

New media reports allege secret US operations in Greenland that are promoting Greenland's independence from Denmark. How do locals feel being caught between Denmark and the United States?

Greenland's future is under scrutiny as US interest intensifies. Some residents react with humor about US President Donald Trump's push to buy the Artic island, which is part of the Kingdom of Denmark. But at the same time, two-thirds of Greenlanders favor independence. Young voices reject American ownership, while European politicians increase visits, signaling global stakes in Greenland’s autonomy.

Jack Parrock Correspondent and TV anchor with extensive experience covering the EU
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