Greenland’s leaders have made it clear that they do not welcome the idea of being part of the United States, despite previous comments made by former U.S. President Donald Trump expressing interest in the island. Greenland’s Prime Minister, Múte Egede, recently responded to Trump’s remarks with a brief but powerful message: “Greenland is ours.”

The largest protests in Greenland’s history took place over the weekend in response to Trump’s controversial statements. Thousands of demonstrators gathered in Nuuk, the capital city, to show their opposition to the idea of Greenland becoming part of the U.S. With a population of only 19,000 in the capital and a total population of just 57,000, the turnout was seen as a significant display of unity and sentiment from the people.

Orla Joelsen, the organizer of the protest in Nuuk, expressed amazement at the massive turnout, stating, “I’ve never seen so many people at a protest before.” The rally’s core message was clear: “Enough is enough,” with demonstrators chanting “Greenland belongs to the Greenlanders.”

The protests spread beyond Nuuk to other areas, including the second-largest city, Sisimiut. Protesters carried banners with slogans like “Yankee go home” and “We’re not for sale,” making their disapproval of Trump’s remarks unmistakably clear. The demonstrations were not just about rejecting the idea of selling Greenland to the U.S., but also a statement of national pride and sovereignty.

One protester expressed frustration, saying, “He hasn’t shown good behavior. He only uses his media. After his visit, Donald Trump Jr. also said that Greenlanders love the U.S. We want to show that not all of us love the U.S. I hope that as a people, we can show our identity and unity without political affiliation.”

Greenland’s Prime Minister Múte B. Egede took the opportunity to reinforce the country’s stance on the matter. In a joint statement addressing Trump’s previous comments, Egede firmly stated, “Greenland is ours. We are not for sale and will never be for sale. We must not lose our long struggle for freedom.”

Egede also participated in the demonstrations over the weekend, noting that the strength of the protest was a testament to the people’s unity. “It gives us strength, and it’s moving to see so many people showing unity in the country. It is completely unacceptable for the leader of another country to try to pressure our land. Unity is our strength,” said Egede.

Jens-Frederik Nielsen, leader of Greenland’s liberal party Demokraatit, which recently became the largest political party after the latest parliamentary elections, also stood alongside Egede at the protest. He shared his pride in the country’s show of solidarity, stating, “It’s very moving, and I feel proud. As Múte said, witnessing this gives us tremendous strength. We may have many different opinions on many different issues, but on this one, we are all united and standing together.”

The protests and the reactions from Greenland’s leaders show a clear message: the people of Greenland are united in their opposition to any efforts to alter their sovereignty. While the debate over the island’s future continues to capture international attention, it is evident that Greenland’s citizens are committed to maintaining control over their land and preserving their identity.

This situation has ignited significant discussion, not only in Greenland but across the world. The protest’s size and the strong statements made by both government officials and citizens alike underline the nation’s determination to protect its autonomy and resist any external pressures. It seems that the people of Greenland are united in their desire to preserve their country’s independence and are prepared to stand firm in the face of outside interference.