Trump ties his stance on Greenland to not getting Nobel Peace Prize

U.S. President Donald Trump has linked his aggressive stance on Greenland to not being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, stating in a text message to Norway's Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre that he no longer feels obligated to prioritize peace above all else. Trump believes the U.S. needs complete control of Greenland for national security, citing potential designs by China and Russia on the island's vast mineral reserves. This assertion has escalated tensions with Denmark and its allies, leading Trump to announce a 10% import tax on goods from eight nations that have supported Denmark. European officials have expressed strong opposition, emphasizing that Greenland is not for sale and urging calm discussion. The White House has not ruled out military action to gain control of the strategic Arctic island. In Greenland, thousands protested against U.S. threats, with the local Prime Minister stating they will not be pressured. Trump's message to Gahr Støre, released by the Norwegian government, explicitly stated, 'The World is not secure unless we have Complete and Total Control of Greenland.' The Norwegian leader clarified that the Nobel Peace Prize is awarded by an independent committee, not the government. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent defended Trump's approach, though he denied the Nobel Prize connection. European nations, many of which are part of the EU, have signaled readiness to defend themselves against coercion, with the EU planning a summit to address the situation.