Former US President Donald Trump has renewed his controversial push to acquire Greenland, stating unequivocally that if the United States does not take control of the island, Russia or China will. He articulated this position, stressing that the US would not tolerate having either Russia or China as a neighbor in the Arctic region. Trump warned of taking Greenland 'the hard way' if a diplomatic agreement isn't reached, further escalating tensions. These recent statements, made in January 2026, echo his initial proposal to buy Greenland in August 2019, which was firmly rejected by Denmark. Now in his second presidency, Trump has intensified his demands, prompting significant international concern. The White House has confirmed that various options, including diplomatic, economic, and even military measures, are being considered for the acquisition of Greenland. Reports also indicate that Trump has ordered military plans for an invasion, a move that has reportedly met with resistance from senior military figures who view it as illegal. Crucially, the Mint article's headline juxtaposes Trump's Greenland statements with a quote about 'making money with the war'. While Trump did make this separate remark, it refers specifically to the Ukraine conflict, which he has called 'Biden's war', claiming the US profits from selling weapons to NATO allies who then supply Ukraine. This quote is not directly linked to his rationale for acquiring Greenland. Denmark and Greenland have vehemently rejected Trump's proposals, with Greenlandic leaders asserting their right to self-determination and stating the island is 'not for sale'. Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen and Greenlandic Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen have called Trump's pressure 'unacceptable' and a 'geopolitical crisis', warning it could damage NATO. In a display of solidarity and to underscore NATO's commitment to Arctic security, several European nations have recently deployed troops to Greenland. Trump has also threatened tariffs on countries that do not support the US acquisition of Greenland.