Denmark sent Trump team private messages on Greenland, Axios reports

Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen and Greenlandic Prime Minister Mute B. Egede attend a press conference in the Mirror Hall at the Prime Minister's Office, at Christiansborg in Copenhagen, Denmark, on Jan 10, 2025. (Photo: REUTERS/Tom Little)

According to an Axios report, Denmark's government privately communicated with former U.S. President Donald Trump's team regarding Greenland. This came after Trump expressed interest in purchasing the autonomous Danish territory, which led to tensions with Denmark. The messages reportedly focused on the matter of Greenland's status and the potential implications of such a deal.

The incident highlights the complex nature of international diplomacy, especially when it involves sensitive matters like territorial ownership. While Trump's interest in Greenland made headlines in 2019, Denmark firmly rejected the idea, asserting Greenland was not for sale. The communication between Denmark and Trump's team reflects ongoing diplomatic efforts to manage relations amid these tensions.