Why Greenland Matters: The Real Reason Behind Trump's Push! ❄️ Greenland, the world's largest island, has caught the attention of former President Donald Trump, who claims the U.S. "needs it for national security." Despite its vast size—more than three times that of Texas—and its strategic location in the Arctic, Greenlanders overwhelmingly oppose any notion of U.S. annexation. Polls show 85% of its citizens reject the idea, with Prime Minister Múte Egede firmly stating, "We don't want to be Americans." But why does Trump want it so badly? Greenland’s melting ice is unlocking untapped stores of rare earth minerals critical for high-tech and green energy technologies. It also boasts key shipping lanes and a U.S. missile defense base, making it a prime geopolitical asset amid rising Arctic tensions. While climate change threatens its environment, it could simultaneously trigger a mineral gold rush. Yet, experts doubt whether Greenland’s harsh terrain w...
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