U.S. President Donald Trump engaged in a 45-minute telephone conversation with Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen on January 25, 2025, during which he sharply chastised her regarding Greenland.
European officials reported that Trump had previously indicated the possibility of using military force to establish control over Greenland prior to his official inauguration. Additionally, on January 22, Trump stated it was inconceivable for the United States to come into conflict with Denmark—a NATO ally—in discussions about Greenland.
Frederiksen characterized Trump’s communication style as direct and noted that she herself adheres to similar methods. However, she declined to provide specific details of the recent conversation, emphasizing that personal talks between heads of government must remain confidential.
