Greenlanders are increasingly worried and anxious about the possibility of US President Donald Trump taking control of Greenland. Fisherman Joel Hansen, a resident of the western coastal town of Ilulissat, spoke to Al Jazeera, saying, “We are terrified at the idea of coming under US control.” Hansen expressed his fears of becoming American, stating, “I’m afraid of becoming American. I’ve seen the struggles of the Inuit people in Alaska, and I think it’s better for me to stay with Denmark. I have the freedom to live and work independently in Greenland.”
Denmark and Greenland’s foreign ministers met with US officials in Washington to discuss the matter. However, Trump’s stance on Greenland’s future remained unchanged. Hansen stated, “We have enough resources to become an independent nation. We don’t need Trump’s money.” Meanwhile, a report by a foreign media outlet claims that the US interest in Greenland goes beyond security concerns, with the country having vast mineral deposits, including rare elements essential for modern technology and military equipment.
At present, only two mines are operational in Greenland, but locals believe they can manage their own resources. The Inuit people of Greenland hope that the US will demonstrate its humanity by respecting their rights and allowing them to manage their own resources. They believe that their future lies in Greenland, not in the resources that might be exploited by outsiders.
It is worth noting that Greenland gained significant autonomy in 2009 but remains a part of Denmark. Trump has warned that if countries fail to support US control over Greenland, he can impose trade tariffs on them, citing the island’s strategic importance to US national security. In a related development, the US has warned Canada that it will face consequences for allowing Chinese electric vehicles to be imported into the country.
In other news, Brazilian viral bodybuilder Arioaldo “Ari” Freitas has passed away at the age of 55. He gained fame for his unusually large arms. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman underwent a medical checkup at the King Faisal Specialist Hospital in Riyadh. US President Donald Trump claimed that no unauthorized immigrants have entered the US in the past eight months, saying that the country has successfully blocked illegal immigration.
In a separate development, Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed his hope that relations with Pakistan would be mutually beneficial. In India, a 35-year-old Muslim man was killed by an extremist group that forced him to chant “Jai Shri Ram.” The incident highlights the growing tensions between Hindus and Muslims in the country.
The US has announced that it will continue to suspend the processing of new immigrant visa applications until the applicants have completed a thorough background check. In related news, a new scholarship program has been launched for students who cannot afford higher education. Finally, Pakistani cricketer Babar Azam has expressed his concerns about the future of modern T20 cricket, citing the need for consistency in policies, democratic processes, and institutional reforms.
The article also mentions that former Pakistani cricketer Mohammad Kaif has spoken about his friendly relationships with his former teammates Yuvraj Singh and Virender Sehwag. In yet another development, Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik has shared a heartfelt message on social media to celebrate the second anniversary of his marriage to actress Sania Javed.
