President Donald Trump continued his threats towards Greenland on Friday, as he insisted that if the United States did not act Russia or China would occupy it in the future.

Greenland has become a central geopolitical hotspot as US President Donald Trump repeatedly expressed the desire to take control of autonomous territory, citing national security concerns.

The president's remarks came three days after the White House said that using the U.S. military is "always an option" for acquiring the Danish territory.

President Donald Trump discusses Greenland acquisition plans after the U.S. military captures Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro, citing national security needs.

Rare earth minerals, a strategic position near the Arctic and views of “Russian and Chinese ships all over the place” make Greenland appealing to President Trump

A dispute between the US and European leaders over Greenland’s future has raised fears that divisions among allies are benefiting Russia’s standing in the Arctic. European officials say Greenland must remain under Danish sovereignty,

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he plans to meet with Danish officials next week after the Trump administration doubled down on its intention to take over Greenland, the strategic Arctic island that is a self-governing territory of Denmark.

The White House on Wednesday said the possible acquisition of Greenland remains under active discussion, framing the Arctic territory as strategically vital to US national security and to deterring the activities of Russia and China.