Denmark urges US to change tone on Greenland following Vance's remarks

"Of course, we are open to criticism. But let me be completely honest: we do not appreciate the tone in which it is being delivered. This is not how you speak to your close allies. And I still consider Denmark and the United States to be close allies," said the minister in a video statement.

He added that Denmark understands the US's desire for a greater military presence in Greenland, as Vice President Vance has mentioned, and expressed readiness to discuss the issue.

Rasmussen also responded to US Vice President JD Vance's statement that Denmark is not doing enough for Arctic security, reminding that Vance had previously said the same about the US.

"The fact is that we have all been harvesting the peace dividend. We all acted on the assumption that the Arctic was and should be a low tension area. But that time is over," said the Foreign Minister, adding that the "status quo" is no longer an option.

What Vance said

It is worth recalling that US Vice President JD Vance, along with his wife, visited Greenland. Initially, it was reported that only Vance's wife would visit the island, and her trip would have a cultural-educational nature.

However, the Vice President later decided to join, and the visit was refocused to focus on national security issues.

During the trip to Greenland, Vance stated that the US would not increase its military presence in Greenland for now but is focused on its security.

Trump's interest in Greenland

Donald Trump, during his first presidency, spoke about wanting to buy Greenland. After returning to the White House, he once again expressed interest in the island.

Recently, during a speech in Congress, Trump declared that the US would acquire Greenland "one way or another." He also mentioned that he considered the annexation of the island possible. Following these remarks, Denmark reminded him of international law.

Protests against US President Donald Trump's policies were held in Greenland.