The Latest Breaking News from Denmark

Danish soldiers must open fire even without orders if US troops were to try and capture Greenland by force, according to a 1952 directive that Denmark's Defence Ministry confirmed remains in place, domestic media reported.

The White House said the use of the military "is always an option" in pursuing control of Greenland despite warnings from major European powers that they will continue to defend the island's sovereignty.

The Prime Minister has repeatedly said the territory’s future must be a matter for Greenland and Denmark alone

Trump has doubled down on threats to take over mineral-rich Arctic island, which is a self-governing territory of Denmark

As the White House confirms military force is "always an option," experts say the costs—financial, strategic, and geopolitical—will be staggering.

Trump’s threat to take Greenland, from a Nato ally, raises doubt on US commitment to extended nuclear deterrence across Europe

Tensions with NATO members escalated after the White House said Tuesday that the “US military is always an option.” Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen warned earlier this week that a US takeover would amount to the end of NATO.

The White House has said using the US military is always an option, but few analysts believe it a likely one

Shortly after the US military operation to capture Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro on January 3, US president Donald Trump restated his claim to Greenland. The White House sees Greenland, which is part of the kingdom of Denmark, as crucial for national security and is reportedly considering a range of options…