Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen stated that if the US were to attack another NATO member, all activities would cease. She criticized US President Donald Trump’s desire for Greenland, calling it unacceptable pressure on the territory. Frederiksen emphasized that both Denmark and Greenland have consistently rejected any notion of Greenland becoming part of the US.
European leaders have stood by Denmark following Trump’s remarks about acquiring Greenland, with French Foreign Ministry spokesman Pascal Confavreux emphasizing solidarity with Denmark. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer affirmed that the future of Greenland lies with Denmark and Greenland itself. German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul highlighted that Greenland, as part of Denmark, falls under NATO’s collective defense obligations.
In response to Trump’s comments about the US needing Greenland, Frederiksen asserted that the US has no authority to annex Greenland. She urged Washington to refrain from making threats against a close ally and the people of Greenland. Trump’s appointment of a special envoy to Greenland has reignited diplomatic tensions between the US and the Danish Realm.
