1. United States
2. N.Y.
3. Letter

Forcibly acquiring Greenland from Denmark would be a grievous violation of international law and norms. As a semi-autonomous territory of Denmark, Greenland's status cannot be unilaterally altered without the consent of its people and the Danish government. Attempting to annex Greenland through threat or use of military force would constitute an act of aggression against a close ally, shattering the rules-based international order. It would irreparably damage relations with NATO, the European Union, and democratic nations worldwide who uphold the principles of sovereignty and territorial integrity. Rather than pursuing this reckless and illegal course, I urge prioritizing open dialogue and cooperation with Denmark, Greenland's elected leaders, and other Arctic nations on areas of shared interest like environmental protection, sustainable development of resources, scientific research, and maritime security. Respecting Greenland's autonomy while strengthening existing agreements allows us to advance our strategic interests through partnership, not coercion against friends and allies. I request a clear repudiation of any plans to annex Greenland by force and a reaffirmation of our commitment to upholding the international rules and norms that have underpinned peace and prosperity.