German media: Danish Prime Minister warns the US not to end the post-war order

After the US attacked Venezuela, there were concerns that Trump might also target Greenland. Danish Prime Minister Frederiksen warned that if the US attacks another NATO member country, it would mean the end of the post-war order.

Europeans have become increasingly vocal in their reaction to the US claiming sovereignty over Greenland. On Monday, January 5th, Danish Prime Minister Frederiksen told Danish media, "If the US attacks another NATO country, it's over." She explained that this would mean the NATO alliance itself would be threatened. The world order established after World War II would no longer exist, and democratic rules would also disappear.

Greenland belongs to Denmark, and Denmark is a NATO member. Germany, France, and the UK also strongly oppose the US claims of sovereignty over this Arctic island.

Frederiksen said, "Unfortunately, if the US president says he wants Greenland, we will have to take this statement seriously. I have clearly expressed the position of the Kingdom of Denmark, and Greenland has repeatedly stated that it does not want to become part of the United States."

The population of Greenland is only about 56,000. Greenland is an autonomous territory of the Kingdom of Denmark, and like the US, Denmark is part of the NATO military alliance. The US has long been stationed in Greenland and has a military base there. This is an important base for the US missile defense system. But this seems not enough for Trump. He has repeatedly claimed sovereignty over Greenland, most recently last Sunday, stating that Greenland is crucial to national security. There are also speculations that Trump's main motivation is to develop Greenland's natural resources. Greenland is rich in mineral resources.

European leaders support Denmark

German Chancellor Merkel, French President Macron, Danish Prime Minister Frederiksen, as well as leaders from the UK, Poland, Italy, and Spain issued a joint statement on Tuesday emphasizing the importance of sovereignty and inviolable borders. "These are universal principles, and we will resolutely defend them."

"Security in the Arctic region is vital to Europe." European leaders emphasized that it must be ensured "according to the principles of the UN Charter, together with NATO allies including the US." The US has maintained a defense agreement with Denmark since 1951 and is an "important partner" in this regard. The statement emphasized, "Greenland belongs to its people. Only Denmark and Greenland can decide on matters concerning Denmark and Greenland."

Source: DW

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