The diplomatic tensions between Denmark and the US have been building for months, with the Trump administration reportedly making several overtures to acquire Greenland, a semi-autonomous Danish territory with a population of just 56,000 people.
According to reports, the US ambassador to Denmark, Carla Sands, was summoned to the Danish Foreign Ministry on Wednesday for an emergency meeting with Foreign Minister Jeppe Kofod.
The meeting was reportedly called to address concerns over the Trump administration's renewed efforts to purchase Greenland, which have been met with widespread opposition from the international community.
Denmark's Response
Denmark has long maintained its commitment to Greenland's independence, and the decision to summon the US ambassador marks a significant escalation in tensions between the two nations.
In a statement released on Wednesday, Foreign Minister Kofod reaffirmed Denmark's commitment to Greenland's sovereignty, saying "We will not be pressured or forced into a sale of Greenland."
The statement also noted that the Danish government had been "informed" of the US's plans to purchase Greenland, but had made it clear that any such deal would require the consent of the Greenlandic parliament, which has so far refused to consider the proposal.
The Trump Administration's Plans
The Trump administration's renewed efforts to acquire Greenland come after a series of high-profile diplomatic efforts by the US to secure the island.
According to reports, the US has offered to purchase Greenland for $15 billion, a sum that has been widely criticized as excessive and insulting to the island's residents.
The proposal has also been met with widespread opposition from the international community, with many calling it a colonial-era relic that has no place in modern international relations.
International Reaction
The diplomatic tensions between Denmark and the US have sparked widespread concern and criticism from the international community, with many calling for the US to respect Greenland's sovereignty and independence.
In a statement released on Wednesday, the European Union's foreign policy chief, Josep Borrell, said "We stand with Denmark in its efforts to protect Greenland's sovereignty and independence."
The statement also noted that the EU would "continue to work with Denmark to ensure that Greenland's interests are protected and respected."
The diplomatic tensions between Denmark and the US are likely to continue in the coming weeks and months, with both sides digging in their heels and refusing to back down.
As the situation continues to unfold, one thing is clear: the future of Greenland hangs in the balance, and the international community is watching with bated breath to see how this crisis will play out.