Donald Trump has lashed out at the Danish Prime Minister during a "horrendous" 45-minute phone call as the duo discussed Greenland's future. The heated discussion has been described as "explosive" and was driven by Trump's demand that securing Greenland was required for national security purposes.

Donald Trump spoke with the prime minister of Denmark about potentially acquiring Greenland. It did not go well

President Trump said Denmark will “come along” on the potential sale of Greenland and emphasized the U.S. and others need the Arctic island to fortify international security in the region.