Trump Doubles Down on Greenland Says It's Essential for U.S. Defence
Edited By WION Video Desk
Published: Jan 08, 2026, 22:51 IST | Updated: Jan 08, 2026, 22:51 IST
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Trump's Greenland pursuit could shake the very foundation of the NATO alliance. Both Denmark and Greenland has made it clear that the region is not up for sale. But Trump continues to argue that Greenland is a national security necessity. Greenland's melting ice is also opening new shipments routes and both Russia and China have increased its presence in the Arctic. At the same time Trump is pushing for a massive military expansion with a defence budget of $1.5 trillion for 2027. Tune into Gravitas at 9PM where you will get you the full picture
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