Trump administration officials are scheduled to meet with Danish representatives on Wednesday to discuss Greenland, following the president’s repeated statements about acquiring the territory.

Trump has suggested both a negotiated deal and the possibility of using military force, citing concerns that Russia or China might take the island.

Danish and Greenlandic leaders have firmly rejected U.S. ownership, emphasizing Greenland’s status within the Kingdom of Denmark and the desire of Greenlanders to remain independent.

European diplomats warn that any U.S. military action could severely strain NATO relations, with Denmark’s prime minister stating it could effectively end the alliance, CBS News has reported.

Senators and officials, including Sen. Tim Kaine, stressed that Congress would likely block military attempts, highlighting the risks of isolating the U.S. from its European allies.