**Greenland PM Slams Trump’s Annexation Plan**
The Prime Minister of Greenland, Mute Egede, has spoken out against a suggestion by US President Donald Trump that the US could annex the island. On March 13, Egede posted on Facebook saying “Don’t keep treating us with disrespect. Enough is enough.” He also announced plans to meet with Greenland’s leaders to reinforce their rejection of Trump’s proposal.
**Trump’s Comments**
During a meeting at the White House on March 12, Trump was asked about the possibility of annexing Greenland. He replied that he thought it would happen and said the US needs Greenland for international security. The comments have sparked concern among Russia, which has strategic interests in the Arctic region.
**Background**
Greenland is an autonomous territory of Denmark and a member state of NATO. It has both Danish and US military bases and vast reserves of mineral wealth. Russia has been monitoring developments regarding Trump’s proposal due to its own interests in the Arctic region.