Greenlanders Hold Their Breath as U. S. Talks Unfold

In a cozy wooden home overlooking Nuuk's vast fjord, Liv Aurora Jensen and her family huddled around their TV. Their eyes were glued to the screen, watching a crucial meeting unfold at the White House. The U. S. Vice President and Secretary of State were discussing Greenland's future with Denmark and Greenland's foreign ministers. The Jensens, like many in Greenland, were anxious. Trump's interest in their home had kept them up at night. Liv, a 62-year-old Greenlander, had been struggling with anxiety. She confessed to her sister that she was on the verge of a panic attack. The thought of Trump's interest in Greenland was terrifying. Her son, Inuk, shared her fears. He and his friends had joked about Trump's initial remarks, but as time passed, the joke wasn't funny anymore.As the meeting wrapped up, the family leaned in, scrutinizing the diplomats' expressions. A fist bump between the Danish minister and the ambassador brought a sigh of relief. "It's a good sign, " Liv said, her voice trembling. Her husband, Peter, hoped the talks would maintain Greenland's independence and cooperation with other nations. But Trump's post-meeting remarks dampened their spirits. He reiterated his interest in Greenland, claiming the U. S. needed the island. Liv's fear of change was palpable. She worried about losing her culture, language, and way of life. "We are afraid that he can take us like that, " she said, snapping her fingers. Greenland's government had already rejected Trump's ambitions. They planned to strengthen their defense under NATO. But the uncertainty loomed large. The family's fear was not just about losing their home, but also about the future of their identity.