Diplomatic Rift: U.S.-Denmark Tensions Over Greenland Espionage Allegations

The diplomatic ties between the United States and Denmark are facing scrutiny as Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen announced plans to summon the acting U.S. ambassador. This decision follows an alarming report by the Wall Street Journal, alleging that the Trump administration has instructed U.S. intelligence agencies to intensify spying efforts in Greenland.

Expressing significant concern, Minister Rasmussen emphasized the importance of not engaging in espionage activities among allied nations. Speaking candidly at an informal gathering of EU foreign ministers in Warsaw, he underscored the need to discuss these allegations directly with the U.S. representative to ascertain the truth and implications.

The backdrop to these tensions is President Donald Trump's controversial interest in acquiring Greenland, including expanding America's military presence on the strategically located, semi-autonomous territory, which is under Danish sovereignty.

(With inputs from agencies.)