Politico: The USA May Establish Control Over Greenland by July 4

Washington aims to establish control over Greenland by July 4 of this year, when the country will celebrate its 250th anniversary. This is reported by Politico, citing the opinions of experts and officials interviewed by their journalists.

This strategic timing holds not only symbolic significance. In November 2026, midterm elections are scheduled in the United States, and, according to the publication's sources, the integration of Greenland into the United States could have a positive impact on the ruling party.

According to sources, this is not about a military takeover. Washington is likely to use political pressure to achieve its goals. One interviewee noted that this could involve "efforts to engage local politicians to strengthen civil and military control... The U.S. has various ways to implement its intentions." He also emphasized that the U.S. has "serious and real" intentions regarding Greenland.

On January 4, U.S. President Donald Trump stated that the country "categorically needs Greenland," adding that the island is surrounded by "ships from Russia and China."