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EU Affirms Denmark's Sovereignty Amid U.S. Greenland Moves

12/22/2025

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EU Defends Denmark

On December 22, 2025, the European Union spokesperson Anouar El Anouni stated the European Union must preserve the territorial integrity and sovereignty of the Kingdom of Denmark, including Greenland.
The statement responded to the United States appointing a special envoy to Greenland.
El Anouni reiterated that Denmark's borders must be maintained, reflecting a long-standing EU stance.
The remarks underscore the EU's emphasis on Denmark's sovereignty regarding Greenland and EU-Danish diplomacy.

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Denmark Condemns U.S.

Denmark's Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen condemned the U.S. appointment of Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry as special envoy to Greenland.
He summoned the U.S. ambassador for clarification after Landry's remarks about integrating Greenland into the United States.
U.S. President Donald Trump previously threatened to annex Greenland, raising tensions despite Denmark's NATO alliance.
Greenland's leaders reaffirmed their desire for independence from Denmark and rejected U.S. control, keeping the dispute alive.

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EU Defends Denmark

On December 22, 2025, the European Union spokesperson Anouar El Anouni stated the European Union must preserve the territorial integrity and sovereignty of the Kingdom of Denmark, including Greenland.
The statement responded to the United States appointing a special envoy to Greenland.
El Anouni reiterated that Denmark's borders must be maintained, reflecting a long-standing EU stance.
The remarks underscore the EU's emphasis on Denmark's sovereignty regarding Greenland and EU-Danish diplomacy.

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