EU and NATO are advised to remain silent about Greenland, according to FT
The newspaper reports that Denmark has asked for a measured response to the aggressive overtures from US President Trump. Read Full Article at RT.com
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Denmark has urged NATO and the European Union to refrain from commenting on President Donald Trump's recent threats concerning Greenland, as reported by the Financial Times, which cited multiple anonymous officials. Copenhagen aims to avoid openly confronting the US president in hopes of easing tensions.
Trump initially suggested the idea of acquiring Greenland during his first term and has revived this notion since returning to office. He has emphasized the island's importance for US national security and has not ruled out the use of military force to secure it, despite Greenland being one of the largest islands in the world.
Denmark, which governs Greenland, has made it clear that the territory is not for sale.
According to the Financial Times, NATO and the EU have been observing “a vow of silence over Greenland” at the request of Denmark, which seeks to avoid public disputes with Trump to prevent further escalation.
An unnamed senior European official was quoted as saying that a “low profile seems to be the safest bet with Trump. Hopefully he will be distracted by something else.”
The Financial Times noted the absence of a joint statement on Greenland after a meeting on Sunday involving Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen and her counterparts from Norway and Sweden, despite discussions on the matter. Additionally, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Antonio Costa have notably refrained from commenting on the issue.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte informed the European Parliament last week that “this is not about who rules or controls Greenland,” but rather “about making sure that the Arctic stays safe.” He also underscored the importance of maintaining dialogue with Trump.
While speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One on Saturday, Trump expressed confidence, stating, “we’ll get [Greenland] – because it really has to do with freedom of the world.” He also mocked Denmark's recently announced plans to bolster its military presence on the Arctic island.
The Financial Times, citing several anonymous European officials, reported that Trump and Frederiksen had what was described as a “horrendous” phone conversation earlier this month. During the call, Trump was said to have been “very firm” about his desire to purchase Greenland and threatened to impose tariffs on Denmark unless it complied.
Jessica Kline contributed to this report for TROIB News
Trump initially suggested the idea of acquiring Greenland during his first term and has revived this notion since returning to office. He has emphasized the island's importance for US national security and has not ruled out the use of military force to secure it, despite Greenland being one of the largest islands in the world.
Denmark, which governs Greenland, has made it clear that the territory is not for sale.
According to the Financial Times, NATO and the EU have been observing “a vow of silence over Greenland” at the request of Denmark, which seeks to avoid public disputes with Trump to prevent further escalation.
An unnamed senior European official was quoted as saying that a “low profile seems to be the safest bet with Trump. Hopefully he will be distracted by something else.”
The Financial Times noted the absence of a joint statement on Greenland after a meeting on Sunday involving Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen and her counterparts from Norway and Sweden, despite discussions on the matter. Additionally, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Antonio Costa have notably refrained from commenting on the issue.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte informed the European Parliament last week that “this is not about who rules or controls Greenland,” but rather “about making sure that the Arctic stays safe.” He also underscored the importance of maintaining dialogue with Trump.
While speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One on Saturday, Trump expressed confidence, stating, “we’ll get [Greenland] – because it really has to do with freedom of the world.” He also mocked Denmark's recently announced plans to bolster its military presence on the Arctic island.
The Financial Times, citing several anonymous European officials, reported that Trump and Frederiksen had what was described as a “horrendous” phone conversation earlier this month. During the call, Trump was said to have been “very firm” about his desire to purchase Greenland and threatened to impose tariffs on Denmark unless it complied.
Jessica Kline contributed to this report for TROIB News
