Thousands of demonstrators have taken to the streets across Denmark, denouncing US President Donald Trump’s provocative suggestion that the United States could “buy” Greenland from the Kingdom of Denmark. The protests, organised under the banner of the “Hands off Greenland” movement, have sent a clear message that the people of Denmark and Greenland will not tolerate any attempts to undermine the island’s self-governing status.
The rally in the Danish capital of Copenhagen, which drew an estimated 15,000 participants, was a powerful display of national unity and resolve. “The world must wake up to the seriousness of this situation,” said Aaja Chemnitz Larsen, the organiser of the Copenhagen protest. “Greenland is not for sale. It is the home of the Greenlandic people, and they have the right to determine their own future.”
Greenland, a semi-autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark, has been the subject of intense geopolitical interest in recent years due to its strategic location and natural resources. Trump’s suggestion that the US could “buy” the island has been widely condemned as a blatant disregard for the sovereignty and self-determination of the Greenlandic people.
“This is not a real estate transaction,” said Aqqaluk Lynge, a prominent Greenlandic politician and activist. “Greenland is not just a piece of land; it is the homeland of the Inuit people, with a rich culture and history that stretches back thousands of years. We will not be bought or sold.”
The protests have also highlighted the deep-rooted connections between Denmark and Greenland, which have existed since the 18th century. “Greenland is an integral part of the Kingdom of Denmark, and we will stand together to defend its autonomy,” said Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen.
The “Hands off Greenland” movement has gained significant momentum, with solidarity protests taking place in cities across Europe and North America. The demonstrators have vowed to continue their fight against any attempts to undermine Greenland’s self-governing status, sending a clear message that the world is watching and will not tolerate such blatant disregard for the rights of indigenous peoples.
As the geopolitical tensions surrounding Greenland continue to escalate, the “Hands off Greenland” protests have become a powerful symbol of the global community’s commitment to the principles of self-determination and the protection of vulnerable populations. The people of Denmark and Greenland have made it clear that they will not back down, and that the world must respect their sovereignty and right to determine their own future.
