Denmark’s Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has issued one of her strongest public warnings yet. This comes after US President Donald Trump renewed his controversial claims over Greenland. Frederiksen’s message was clear and serious. She said that if the United States were to attack another NATO member, the foundations of the alliance would come to a halt.
The statement from Frederiksen has drawn attention across Europe and beyond. It touches on the core principles of NATO, international law, and respect for borders.
Strong Pushback From Denmark as Frederiksen Rejects Greenland Claims
On Monday, Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen firmly rejected Donald Trump’s repeated claims that the United States “needs” Greenland for security reasons. Greenland is an autonomous territory, but it is part of the Kingdom of Denmark. It governs many of its own affairs. However, it is not an independent country. Greenland remains linked to Denmark in matters like foreign policy and defense.
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Frederiksen spoke to a Danish broadcaster. She made it clear that Denmark takes Trump’s words seriously, even if they are troubling. Frederiksen said that when an American president openly talks about wanting Greenland, it cannot be dismissed as a joke or casual remark. According to Frederiksen, such statements must be treated seriously because they come from a powerful nation.
She strongly criticized Trump’s repeated assertions. Frederiksen called them unacceptable. She stressed that both Denmark and Greenland have clearly and repeatedly said the island is not for sale. Frederiksen emphasized that Greenland will not become part of the United States. Frederiksen emphasized that Greenland’s future can only be decided by its people, not by outside pressure.
Greenland is the world’s largest island and sits in the Arctic region. Because of its location, it has gained strategic importance in recent years. Melting ice has opened new shipping routes, and global powers are paying closer attention to the Arctic. However, Frederiksen made it clear that strategic interest does not give any country the right to claim another territory.
“If the US Attacks Another NATO Country, Everything Stops”
One of the most serious moments in Frederiksen’s remarks came when she was asked about the meaning of a possible US attack on another NATO member. Her answer was short but powerful. Frederiksen said that if the United States were to attack another NATO country, “everything stops.”
NATO, or the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, is built on trust and mutual defense. Its core rule is that an attack on one member is considered an attack on all. The idea is simple: allies protect each other, not threaten each other.
Frederiksen explained that such an action would break the basic rules that NATO stands on. Even though Frederiksen said she cannot predict what Washington might do, she underlined that Europe is united on one key point: borders must be respected.
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She added that Denmark has strong support from other European countries. According to Frederiksen, European leaders agree that no nation, no matter how powerful, has the right to take land from another country by force or threats. Frederiksen said this unity is especially important at a time when global tensions are already high.
Her comments reflect growing concern in Europe about the tone and direction of US statements regarding allies. While Denmark and the US have a long history of cooperation, Frederiksen’s words show that there are clear limits when it comes to sovereignty and security.
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Donald Trump has renewed his focus on Greenland, saying in The Atlantic that the US “absolutely” needs the island for national security. He claimed Greenland is surrounded by Russian and Chinese ships and suggested Denmark cannot manage it alone.
Denmark’s Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen strongly rejected these claims, saying the US has no right to annex Greenland and urging Washington to stop threatening Denmark and its people. Frederiksen emphasized that Greenland’s future belongs to its residents.
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Tensions rose after Trump appointed Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry as US special envoy to Greenland and hinted at military or economic pressure, causing concern among NATO allies.
Frederiksen stressed that Denmark will not negotiate under threat, and her warning underlines that Europe sees respect for borders, alliance rules, and unity as non-negotiable. Frederiksen made it clear that any attack on an ally would be unacceptable.