President Donald Trump reiterated his interest in acquiring Greenland on Sunday, prompting a strong rebuke from Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, who urged him to cease what she characterized as threats to annex the semiautonomous Danish territory. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One on Sunday evening, Trump stated, "We need Greenland from the standpoint of national security," appearing to draw a connection to the recent U.S. military raid on Venezuela.

Trump's comments mark the latest development in his ongoing pursuit of Greenland. In December, he appointed the United States' first special envoy to the island, a move that strained relations with both Denmark and Greenland.

Frederiksen responded to Trump's renewed interest by stating she would strongly urge the United States to stop the threats. Greenland's Prime Minister, Jens-Frederik Nielsen, described Trump's rhetoric as utterly unacceptable and criticized his attempts to link the situation in Venezuela with Greenland.

The idea of the United States acquiring Greenland is not new. Historically, the U.S. has viewed Greenland as strategically important. During the Cold War, the U.S. established the Thule Air Base in Greenland, a key component of its early warning system.

The potential acquisition of Greenland raises complex questions regarding sovereignty, national security, and economic interests. The island is rich in natural resources, including minerals and rare earth elements, which could be of strategic value.

The Danish government maintains that Greenland is not for sale. Greenland, while part of the Kingdom of Denmark, possesses a high degree of autonomy, managing its own internal affairs.

The U.S. State Department has not issued an official statement beyond the President's remarks. The situation remains fluid, and further diplomatic discussions are anticipated between the United States, Denmark, and Greenland.