Copenhagen, August 27, 2025 — Denmark’s Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen has summoned the top U.S. diplomat in the country, Chargé d’Affaires Mark Stroh, following reports that individuals with ties to former U.S. President Donald Trump were involved in covert influence activities in Greenland.
The Danish national broadcaster DR revealed that at least three Americans allegedly linked to Trump had been operating in Greenland, compiling lists of pro-U.S. residents, identifying critics of Trump, and attempting to influence local politicians and community leaders. The Danish Security and Intelligence Service (PET) has warned that Greenland is increasingly being targeted by foreign influence operations aimed at destabilizing its relationship with Denmark.
Foreign Minister Rasmussen described the situation as “unacceptable,” stating that the Danish government seeks full clarity on the extent of the activities. “It is crucial that both the people of Denmark and Greenland are aware of potential foreign interference and the risks it poses to our sovereignty,” Rasmussen said.
The U.S. Embassy has not issued an official comment as of yet.
Greenland, an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark, has gained geopolitical attention in recent years, particularly after Trump’s controversial suggestion in 2019 that the U.S. should consider purchasing the island. The Danish government firmly rejected the idea.
This latest development could further strain diplomatic relations between Denmark and the United States and raises broader questions about the politicization of foreign influence in the Arctic.
