Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen told U.S. President Donald Trump to cease what she described as "threats" regarding the potential U.S. acquisition of Greenland. Frederiksen's statement, posted on the Danish government website, directly addressed the U.S. and refuted the notion of a U.S. takeover of the autonomous Danish territory.

Frederiksen asserted that "it makes absolutely no sense to talk about the need for the United States to take over Greenland," and emphasized that "The US has no right to annex any of the three nations in the Danish kingdom." Her remarks followed a tweet by Katie Miller, the wife of Trump aide Stephen Miller, which depicted a map of Greenland in the colors of the American flag, accompanied by the word "SOON."

Trump has repeatedly suggested the possibility of the U.S. annexing Greenland, citing its strategic location and mineral wealth. Frederiksen highlighted that Denmark, and consequently Greenland, is a member of NATO and covered by the alliance's security guarantee. She also noted the existing defense agreement between Denmark and the U.S., which grants the U.S. access to Greenland, and Denmark's increased investment in Arctic security. "I would therefore strongly urge the United States to stop the threats against a historically close," she stated.

The concept of a U.S. purchase of Greenland is not new. The U.S. previously explored the possibility in 1946, offering Denmark $100 million, but the offer was rejected. Greenland, while part of the Kingdom of Denmark, possesses significant autonomy, including its own parliament and government. Its strategic importance stems from its location between North America and Europe, as well as its potential resource wealth.

The current situation underscores the complex geopolitical dynamics in the Arctic region, where climate change is opening up new shipping routes and access to resources, leading to increased interest from various nations. The U.S. maintains a military presence in Greenland at Thule Air Base, a critical early warning radar facility. The Danish government has been working to balance its relationship with the U.S., a key ally, with its commitment to Greenland's autonomy and its own security interests in the Arctic. The Danish government is expected to continue diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the situation and reaffirm its sovereignty over Greenland.