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Why Trump covets Greenland
President Trump has repeatedly expressed interest in acquiring Greenland, citing its strategic Arctic location and security importance. Greenland, a self-governing Danish territory, is opposed to U.S. claims, with its government asserting the right to self-determination. The island's position and mineral resources have intensified global trade and security debates amid climate change and shifting geopolitical dynamics.
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