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Monday, January 26, 2026
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US President Wants to Buy Greenland

The United States President has again said he wants to buy Greenland. Greenland is a very big island. It belongs to Denmark now. This idea is causing many talks about diplomacy and money. The President thinks Greenland is very important. He has also spoken about trade problems with Europe. He said he might put big taxes on European goods. This could happen if he cannot buy Greenland.

This idea first came up in 2019. The President called it a "big real estate deal." Now, he is talking about it again. He believes Greenland is important for security. He thinks talks will happen soon. He said he will not change his mind. He really wants to get Greenland.

Greenland is in a good place. It is between the Atlantic and Arctic Oceans. It could be used for military bases. It has valuable resources too. The President wants to make a deal that works for NATO allies. He plans to use money to help the deal. He might tax European imports. This tax could be 10% or even 25%.

Europe is not happy about the taxes. They might put taxes on American products. This could make the problem bigger. It is changing how America and Europe talk. The problem is now about land and safety.

Some people say this is a big fight about land. It is now part of world trade talks. The President was going to a meeting. His Greenland plan was more important than other topics. Denmark says Greenland is not for sale. Greenland's leaders also agree. This could be a long and difficult discussion.

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