Shoot first, ask questions later', Denmark warns the United States on the Greenland issue

Hakikul Islam Khokan

"Shoot first, ask questions later", Denmark warns US on Greenland issue
Denmark has issued a stern warning amid indications of US interest in Greenland and possible military intervention. The country's defense ministry said Danish troops would "shoot first, ask questions later" if any foreign forces invaded Greenland. Under this policy, the United States is no exception. Khabar Ibn News.

According to the Danish Ministry of Defense, in accordance with the army's 'Rule of Engagement' effective since 1952, in the case of an attack, there are instructions to carry out direct attacks without waiting for higher-level permission from the army. Asked by Danish daily Berlingske about the current status of the directive, the ministry confirmed that the rule is still in place.

The comments came at a time when US President Donald Trump has once again expressed interest in annexing Greenland. He indicated that the "use of military force" is also being considered if necessary to take over this territory belonging to NATO.

White House press secretary Carolyn Levitt said, "President Trump has made it clear many times that the acquisition of Greenland is a US national security priority." Its main objective is to deter our adversaries in the Arctic region. Various options are being discussed to achieve this goal, and the use of US military forces is also an option under the President's authority as Commander in Chief.

However, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that next week he will meet with the officials of Denmark and Greenland. He told the Wall Street Journal that Trump wants to buy Greenland, and does not want to go down the path of military force. Denmark also welcomed the talks with the US and called it a "necessary dialogue".

Meanwhile, US Vice President JD Vance claimed,Denmark has failed to secure Greenland and Trump is 'prepared to go as far as necessary' to protect US interests in the Arctic.

Denmark, however, has repeatedly said Greenland is 'not for sale'. European leaders also warned Trump in a recent joint statement that the geographical integrity of Greenland and Denmark must be respected.

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen went a step further, warning that any US military attack on Greenland would mean the end of the NATO alliance and the breakdown of the post-World War II European security framework.

On the other hand, Trump's argument is,Control of Greenland, the world's largest island, is necessary to ensure US security in the face of China and Russia's growing influence in the Arctic.