US EditionDanish veterans of US wars feel betrayed by Trump's threats against Greenland
Danish veterans reject U.S. calls to seize Greenland, warning it threatens NATO and betrays wartime alliances; 44 Danish soldiers died in Afghanistan, highest per capita toll, they say.
- Danish veterans feel betrayed and sad that the U.S. wants to take over part of the Kingdom of Denmark, viewing it as a betrayal of their loyalty and alliance with NATO.
- When American and Danish troops were comrades in arms risking their lives together in Afghanistan, Danish soldiers had no idea Trump would later threaten to take Greenland by force.
- Denmark has been a stalwart NATO ally since 1949, with 44 Danish soldiers killed in Afghanistan, the highest per capita death toll among coalition forces.
46 Articles
46 Articles
US never owned Greenland. So how did it ‘give it back’ to Denmark as Trump claims?
While America’s interest in Greenland dates back to the 19th century, Greenland has been under Denmark’s control since 1721. History shows that, though Washington has tried to acquire the territory repeatedly, it has repeatedly been rebuffed by Copenhagen
Many documents recognize Danish sovereignty over Greenland
In an extraordinary message to Norway’s prime minister, President Trump linked his pursuit of the self-governing Danish territory of Greenland to his failure to win the Nobel Peace Prize. He also claimed that no written documents support Denmark’s ownership of Greenland.
Al Gore appalled by Trump's 'crazy' threats against allies: 'Literally insane'
Former Vice President Al Gore said he was shocked by President Donald Trump's threats against a NATO ally during a speech in Switzerland.Trump told European leaders in Davos that he would not send troops to seize Greenland from Denmark but still demanded ownership of the world's largest island, saying he would impose severe economic and security penalties if he was not given what he wanted, and Gore reacted to the speech afterwards in an intervi…
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 62% of the sources are Center
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
