France has delivered a sharp rebuke to the United States, warning that any attempt to seize Greenland would provoke "unprecedented cascading consequences" and lead to a "totally new world." This strong condemnation follows renewed statements from former U.S. President Donald Trump regarding his ambition to acquire Greenland, an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark. The White House, under Trump, has reportedly not ruled out military options for this acquisition, fueling significant diplomatic tension across Europe. French President Emmanuel Macron and other high-ranking French officials, including Finance Minister Roland Lescure and Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot, have unequivocally expressed their opposition. Lescure explicitly stated that an American takeover would constitute a "crossed line" and endanger Europe's trade ties with Washington, while Macron warned of severe repercussions if the sovereignty of a European ally were affected. Denmark and Greenland have firmly rejected any notion of a U.S. takeover, reiterating Greenland's right to self-determination and emphasizing that the island is not for sale. Greenlandic Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen has asserted that Greenland would choose Denmark, NATO, and the European Union over the U.S. if forced to decide. The renewed U.S. interest in Greenland, first floated by Trump in 2019 and intensified after a hypothetical second presidential term in 2025, is framed by Washington as crucial for national security, countering Russian and Chinese influence in the Arctic, and accessing valuable mineral resources. In a show of solidarity, France has announced plans to open a consulate general in Nuuk, Greenland's capital, signaling deeper diplomatic engagement. Furthermore, European troops, including those from France, Germany, and the UK, have arrived in Greenland to participate in joint military exercises with Denmark, aiming to bolster NATO's presence and Arctic security. The diplomatic crisis is perceived as a significant test for NATO unity and international law, particularly in the wake of other recent hypothetical U.S. military actions, such as in Venezuela, which have raised concerns among European partners about Washington's use of force.