Denmark prepares its army for war with the USA: the rule of shooting first remains.

According to ТСН: The Danish Ministry of Defense has confirmed that military units are obliged to respond to intrusions immediately, without delay and additional commands. This was made known in response to a request from Berlingske.

Journalists asked whether the 1952 rule, which requires 'shoot first' and then 'ask', remains valid if the United States invades Greenland. The defense ministry responded:

'The order for precautionary measures for military defense in the event of attacks on the country and during a war remains in effect.'

This rule stipulates that 'in the event of an invasion, the attacked forces must immediately begin combat operations, without waiting for orders and without asking for them, even if commanders do not have information about the declaration of war or a state of war.'

It is worth recalling that previously, US President Donald Trump confirmed his intentions to annex Greenland, considering it strategically important for US national security, with the possibility of military action. These statements shocked Denmark, which has jurisdiction over Greenland, insisting that the island is 'not for sale'. Additionally, the Greenland government and NATO allies have also expressed their concerns.

European countries are actively discussing their response to a potential US attack on Greenland—a move that could threaten the existence of NATO.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio also confirmed that the Trump administration intends to buy Greenland, but he evaded the question about possible military action.

This situation reflects the escalation of international tension surrounding Greenland, a territory of significant geopolitical importance. Continued negotiations between European countries and the United States may influence future security guarantees in the region and attitudes towards NATO.