The Danish government has implemented a night watch alert system to monitor any comments President Trump makes about Greenland, an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark. This measure was established in response to Trump’s past statements, including his consideration of military or economic coercion to gain control of the mineral-rich island. The foreign ministry team works shifts to address the time difference with the U.S. and react to any mentions of Greenland. This approach reflects Denmark’s diplomatic efforts to navigate the Trump administration’s interest in the territory and anticipate potential actions, as meetings are planned to discuss cooperation.
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The Danish government has established a “night watch” within its foreign ministry to monitor Donald Trump’s actions and statements while Copenhagen is asleep. This initiative, starting at 5 pm local time and producing a daily report by 7 am, was implemented in response to diplomatic tensions with the US, particularly concerning Greenland. The program reflects the need for Danish diplomacy to adapt to the current US administration. Jacob Kaarsbo, a former chief analyst, suggests this demonstrates a shift away from the traditional view of the US as Denmark’s primary ally, citing a lack of shared values with Trump.
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Trump administration eyes stake in company developing Greenland rare earths mine, and this has clearly ignited a firestorm of opinions and concerns. It seems like the mere whisper of potential involvement has stirred up a considerable amount of skepticism and even outright opposition.
The core of the issue revolves around the potential for the US government, possibly at the behest of former President Trump, to acquire a stake in a company that is developing a rare earths mine in Greenland. The comments suggest a deep-seated distrust of this move, with many viewing it as a violation of ethical standards and a potential overreach of governmental power.… Continue reading
Denmark excluded the United States from a major military exercise in Greenland this week, the largest in the island’s modern history, due to ongoing tensions over former President Trump’s interest in acquiring the territory. The exercise, involving several European NATO allies, focused on strengthening operational readiness amid increasing interest in the Arctic region from Russia and China. While U.S. military observers were present and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth was invited, the U.S. military itself was not invited to participate. This decision follows Trump’s expressed interest in Greenland for national security and resource purposes, along with reports of covert U.S. influence operations there.
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Denmark has increased its military presence in Greenland with Exercise Arctic Light, a large training mission, due to concerns about potential threats from Russia and China in the Arctic. While Danish officials publicly express these concerns, they also state no immediate military threat exists. However, this military buildup, including a $9 billion arms purchase from European manufacturers instead of the U.S., seems to be a response to former U.S. President Donald Trump’s interest in Greenland. The message to allies is Denmark is actively protecting its territory.
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Denmark has accused US agents of attempting to incite separatism in Greenland, alleging they covertly recruited backers for secession and potential annexation by the United States. Danish officials, including the Foreign Minister and Prime Minister, expressed strong disapproval, summoning the top US diplomat in Copenhagen to issue a formal complaint and emphasizing that any interference in internal affairs is unacceptable. While the US State Department has stated that the individuals were not on official business, Danish intelligence has acknowledged that Nuuk has been a target of influence campaigns intended to create a split. This event occurs amid existing tensions regarding Greenland’s strategic location and vast mineral resources and after the US Vice President denigrated Danish rule during a visit.
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Denmark has summoned the top US diplomat in Copenhagen after reports of covert operations by American citizens in Greenland, a semi-autonomous territory of the Kingdom of Denmark. The alleged operations aimed to infiltrate Greenlandic society and promote secession from Denmark, according to Danish sources, leading to concerns about foreign interference. Danish intelligence has warned of various influence campaigns targeting Greenland, with the goal of creating discord in the relationship between Denmark and Greenland. This follows a previous incident in May involving reports of US spy agencies focusing their efforts on Greenland, prompting further investigation and diplomatic action.
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Denmark’s foreign minister has summoned the U.S. diplomat in Copenhagen following reports of alleged covert influence operations in Greenland by Americans linked to Donald Trump. The reports, originating from the Danish publication DR, suggest at least three individuals with close ties to Trump are involved, though the extent of their authorization remains unclear. The Danish government views any interference in its internal affairs as unacceptable, especially given Trump’s previous interest in purchasing Greenland. The U.S. chargé d’affaires has been called in for a meeting regarding the situation.
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The Danish Security and Intelligence Service (PET) assesses that Greenland is currently a target of various influence campaigns, aiming to create discord between Greenland and Denmark. These campaigns could exploit existing disagreements or promote specific viewpoints regarding the Kingdom and the United States. PET is in close dialogue with Greenlandic authorities regarding these threats and appropriate countermeasures. Furthermore, according to DR’s sources, the Trump administration’s strategy to acquire Greenland appears to have progressed in three phases: a charm offensive, pressure on Denmark, and, most recently, infiltration of Greenlandic society.
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