The USA accuses Denmark of illegal occupation of Greenland: what is known
The U.S. Special Envoy for Greenland, Jeff Landry, stated that Denmark has illegally occupied the island of Greenland, violating international protocols after World War II. According to Landry, history matters, and his goal is to make Greenland a part of the USA. It is noteworthy that World War II ended in 1945, after which territorial ownership and governance of Greenland became subjects of international discussions.
Denmark, which occupies Greenland, has had a long-standing cooperation with the USA in the Arctic for 80 years. In response to the accusations, Denmark's ambassador to the USA, Jesper Moller Sorensen, noted that the future of the island should be determined by its inhabitants. Sorensen emphasized that the Danish kingdom has always stood shoulder to shoulder with the USA, reflecting the deep historical ties between the countries.
“The future of Greenland should be determined by its inhabitants.” — Jesper Moller Sorensen
Jeff Landry, who has been appointed governor of Louisiana, holds a special position created by Donald Trump for issues related to Greenland. This situation has sparked international discussions, as questions of sovereignty and control over territories are always important in global politics.
This statement from the USA could significantly impact relations between Washington and Copenhagen, especially in the context of geopolitical competition in the Arctic, where countries' strategic interests are changing due to climate change and resource availability. As the Danish ambassador emphasized, it is important for the voices of local residents to be heard, which could open new prospects for Greenland's autonomy and its future in international politics.