Geopolitical Risk Spikes: Trump Floats 'Military Option' for Greenland Amid Venezuela Fallout

Global geopolitical risk premiums are being repriced after reports surfaced that the Trump administration is actively discussing scenarios to acquire Greenland, including potential military options. The development comes just days after the US launched military strikes against Venezuela, drawing sharp condemnation at the United Nations.

Arctic Ambitions Panic NATO Allies

A senior US official confirmed to press on Tuesday that President Trump is reviewing multiple avenues to secure Greenland—a Danish autonomous territory—during his current term. Strategies reportedly range from an outright purchase to a “free association” treaty, with military means listed as a contingency.

“The US absolutely needs Greenland,” Trump stated in a recent interview, citing national security priorities.

The rhetoric has triggered a diplomatic firestorm within NATO:

UN Clashes Over Venezuela

Simultaneously, the UN Security Council convened an emergency session to address recent US military strikes in Venezuela. China and Russia led disapproval efforts, labeling the strikes a violation of the UN Charter and an act of “neo-colonialism” aimed at energy resources.

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