Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen on Sunday rebuked the United States, asserting that Denmark retains authority over Greenland and demanding an end to what she characterized as threats of annexation. Frederiksen's statement followed renewed calls from President Trump and Katie Miller, wife of a Trump adviser, for the U.S. to annex the territory.

Miller, who is married to President Trump's deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller, posted a picture on X on Saturday depicting the American flag superimposed over Greenland, captioned with the word "SOON." Trump, in an interview with The Atlantic on Sunday, stated that Greenland could be subject to future U.S. intervention, adding, "We do need Greenland, absolutely. We need it for defense."

Frederiksen responded with a statement asserting that the U.S. has "no right to annex" Danish territories and instructed the U.S. to "stop the threats" regarding a potential takeover of Greenland, according to Jesper Møller.

The Danish government summoned the U.S. envoy to Denmark to address concerns over perceived interference in Greenland. The diplomatic move underscores the seriousness with which Denmark views the statements emanating from the U.S. regarding the Arctic territory.

Greenland, an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark, is strategically located between the Atlantic and Arctic oceans. Its geopolitical importance has grown in recent years due to its proximity to emerging shipping routes and its potential reserves of natural resources. The U.S. has historically maintained a military presence in Greenland, particularly at Thule Air Base, a critical component of its ballistic missile early warning system.

The renewed interest in Greenland from the U.S. follows a previous episode in 2019 when then-President Trump expressed interest in purchasing the island, an idea that was swiftly rejected by Denmark. The current statements and social media activity have reignited tensions between the two countries. The U.S. State Department has not yet issued a formal response to Frederiksen's statement. The situation remains a sensitive diplomatic matter, with potential implications for Arctic security and international relations.