Janice R. Andrews
US President-elect Donald Trump has sparked controversy by not ruling out military pressure to acquire Greenland, a Danish territory. This provocative stance has drawn sharp criticism from German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, who stressed the universal importance of respecting international law and territorial borders.
“The principle of border inviolability applies to all nations, large or small,” Scholz asserted during a special press conference in Berlin. His remarks came in response to Trump’s comments, which also included potential ambitions to reclaim the Panama Canal and annex Canada.
Denmark’s Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen reacted with restraint, expressing Denmark’s willingness to engage in constructive dialogue with the United States to strengthen cooperation.
European leaders have voiced concerns, citing longstanding agreements from the Cold War that prohibit altering borders through force. Scholz’s firm response underscores Europe’s commitment to upholding international norms in the face of provocative rhetoric.
This development has heightened geopolitical tensions, with analysts closely watching the impact on US-European relations. Trump’s statements challenge established agreements and raise questions about the future of international diplomacy.
