President Donald Trump, in a message to Norway's Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre, linked his past interest in acquiring Greenland to his not receiving the Nobel Peace Prize. The message, confirmed by CBS News, a BBC partner, stated Trump's diminished obligation to prioritize peace, citing Norway's decision not to award him the prize despite his claim of having "stopped 8 Wars PLUS."

Trump's message, obtained by U.S. media, asserted, "Considering your Country decided not to give me the Nobel Peace Prize for having stopped 8 Wars PLUS, I no longer feel an obligation to think purely of Peace, although it will always be predominant, but can now think about what is good and proper' for the US." He further stated, "The World is not secure unless we have Complete and Total Control of Greenland."

Prime Minister Støre confirmed receiving the text message on Sunday, which he said was in response to a message he and Finland's President Alexander Stubb had jointly sent to Trump. According to Støre, their message conveyed opposition to proposed tariff increases related to the Greenland dispute and advocated for de-escalation, suggesting a three-way phone call the same day.

The exchange highlights a past point of contention between the U.S. and Denmark, which governs Greenland. In 2019, Trump expressed interest in purchasing Greenland, a proposal that was rejected by Danish officials. The notion sparked diplomatic tensions and raised questions about U.S. strategic interests in the Arctic region.

The Nobel Peace Prize is awarded annually by the Norwegian Nobel Committee, appointed by the Parliament of Norway. Nominations can be submitted by a wide range of individuals, including members of national assemblies and governments, university professors, and former laureates. The committee's selection process is confidential.