Greenland Control

U.S. President Donald Trump said Wednesday he would not use military force to take over Greenland but reaffirmed his push for U.S. control of the Danish territory, warning that consequences could follow if his ambitions are blocked.

Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Trump sought to downplay fears of a military confrontation while making clear that his interest in acquiring Greenland remains firm.

“People thought I would use force, but I don’t have to use force,” Trump said. “I don’t want to use force. I won’t use force.”

The remarks offered a partial retreat from earlier rhetoric that …