By: The Trek News Desk
Denmark’s Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has delivered a sharp response to US President Donald Trump over his repeated statements regarding Greenland, calling any form of threat or claim over the island both unreasonable and unacceptable.
Frederiksen made it clear that the United States has no right to take control of any part of the Danish Kingdom, including Denmark, Greenland, or the Faroe Islands. She stressed that Greenland is not for sale and that its people have already expressed their clear opposition to such ideas.
Her remarks followed controversy sparked by a social media post from Katie Miller, wife of Trump ally Stephen Miller, who shared an image of Greenland coloured like the US flag with the word “SOON” written across it. The post triggered strong criticism and concern in Denmark.
In a statement published on the Danish government’s official website, Frederiksen said she was addressing Washington in a “direct and unambiguous” manner. She underlined that Denmark and Greenland are both members of NATO and are protected under the alliance’s collective security framework. She also pointed out that Denmark already cooperates closely with the US on defence matters in Greenland and has significantly increased security investments in the Arctic region.
“I strongly urge the United States to stop issuing threats against a historically close ally and against another country and its people, who have clearly stated that they are not for sale,” the Danish prime minister said.
Despite this, Trump reiterated his stance just hours later while speaking aboard Air Force One, arguing that Greenland is vital for US national security and claiming that Denmark is incapable of managing the territory effectively.
Meanwhile, Denmark’s ambassador to the United States responded to the controversial social media post by reminding Washington that the two nations are allies and emphasising Denmark’s expectation that its territorial integrity be respected.
Trump has long floated the idea of bringing Greenland under US control, frequently citing its strategic Arctic location and rich mineral resources as key reasons. Denmark has also expressed displeasure over the Trump administration’s recent decision to appoint a special envoy for Greenland.
Greenland, home to around 57,000 people, has enjoyed extensive self-rule since 1979, though defence and foreign affairs remain under Danish authority. While there is growing support within Greenland for eventual independence from Denmark, opinion polls consistently show overwhelming resistance to becoming part of the United States.
Source: News Agencies
