A social media post has led to diplomatic tensions between the USA and Denmark.
Jan 5, 2026, 3:37 amJan 5, 2026, 3:37 am
In the post on She wrote a single word in capital letters: “SOON”. Katie Miller still has close ties to the White House through her husband, Vice Chief of Staff Stephen Miller.
Stephen and Katie Miller have a lot of influence on Donald Trump.Image: keystone
Just a day after the US attack on Venezuela, the post fueled new fears of US ambitions for the autonomously administered territory in the Arctic. US President Donald Trump didn’t take long to ask and told the magazine “Atlantic” a short time later: “We absolutely need Greenland.” The island is “surrounded by Russian and Chinese ships”. Trump has often threatened to annex Greenland to the USA. He also did not rule out military means.
Denmark’s Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen reacted promptly, as the Ritzau news agency reported. In a statement, she called on the US to “stop threats against a historically close ally and against another country and another people that have clearly said they are not for sale.”
Ambassador and Greenlandic Prime Minister demand respect
Greenland’s Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen had previously tried to smooth things over. “Let me first say very calmly and clearly that there is no reason to panic or be alarmed,” he wrote on Facebook. Miller’s post “changes absolutely nothing,” said Nielsen, adding:
“Our country is not for sale and our future will not be decided by posts on social media.”
But he criticized the picture as disrespectful. Greenland is a democratic society with self-government, free elections and strong institutions. “Our position is firmly anchored in international law and in internationally recognized agreements,” Nielsen continued.
Denmark’s ambassador in Washington also reacted angrily. He reposted the card to X and wrote: “Just a friendly reminder about the USA and Denmark: We are close allies and should continue to work together as such.” The security of the USA is also that of Greenland and Denmark. They are working together to ensure security in the Arctic. He also recalled increases in the Danish defense budget. Finally he added: “And yes, we expect full respect for the territorial integrity of the Kingdom of Denmark.” (sda/dpa/con)