US State Department Responds to Greenland Influence Campaign Allegations

The United States State Department has categorically denied any involvement in an alleged influence campaign targeting Greenland. A spokesperson for the State Department emphasized that the leadership, including the President, Vice President, and Secretary of State, has been unequivocal in respecting the right of the Greenlandic people to determine their own future. This statement comes in light of recent reports from Denmark's Radio (DR) alleging that three American men, linked to former President Donald Trump, conducted covert operations aimed at shaping public opinion in favor of Trump's long-expressed desire to acquire Greenland. While the State Department refrained from commenting on the activities of individual American citizens in Greenland, they made it clear that the U.S. government does not control or dictate the actions of private citizens. Reports indicate that the purpose of these operations was to support the controversial ambition to take over Greenland, which Trump initially floated in 2019. The authenticity of the allegations hinges on information derived from sources within the central government and related agencies in both Denmark and the United States. In response to these revelations, Danish Foreign Minister Løkke Rasmussen summoned U.S. chargé d'affaires Mark Stroh for discussions. Following their meeting, the Danish Foreign Ministry publicly stated that any attempt to meddle in the internal affairs of the Kingdom of Denmark or to incite discord is wholly unacceptable. The U.S. State Department characterized the diplomatic dialogue as productive, reaffirming the strong ties among the governments of Denmark, the U.S., and Greenland. The unfolding situation underscores the complexities of international relations and the sensitivities surrounding self-determination, particularly for nations like Greenland, which has been increasingly vocal about its autonomy. As the dialogue continues, both nations are poised to navigate the repercussions of these allegations while maintaining a strong bilateral relationship. Related Sources: • Source 1 • Source 2