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An aggressive acquisition of Greenland would undermine U.S. standing in the international community. Trust in America's commitment to alliance security would erode, provoking other nations to seek new alliances or develop their military capabilities. Such actions would diminish American diplomatic power, leading to isolation at a time when global collaboration is paramount.
Additionally, formal control over Greenland would not offer any substantial benefit that isn't already accessible through established ties with Denmark. For decades, Greenland has cooperated with the U.S. in defense matters with minimal diplomatic friction. An ill-conceived push for annexation could undo this decades-long relationship and destabilize the geopolitical landscape.