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Denmark's national broadcaster reported that at least three individuals connected to the US president have been conducting covert influence operations in the territory.

Denmark's foreign minister has called in the top US diplomat in the country following a report that individuals linked to Donald Trump have been engaged in covert influence activities in Greenland.

The report by Danish public broadcaster DR revealed that three people associated with the US president have been involved in these operations. President Trump has expressed interest in acquiring Greenland, a semi-autonomous territory of Denmark, and has not ruled out using military force to gain control of the strategically important island.

Both Denmark and Greenland have stated that Greenland is not for sale and have criticized reports of US intelligence activities in the region.

According to DR's report, the individuals allegedly carried out activities such as identifying pro-US Greenlanders, compiling a list of those critical of Trump, and prompting locals to highlight events that could portray Denmark negatively in American media. Additionally, two others reportedly tried to establish connections with local politicians, business leaders, and residents.

The report indicated that the objective of these covert influence operations is to undermine the relationship between Denmark and Greenland by influencing Greenlandic society from within. The US embassy in Copenhagen referred inquiries on the matter to Washington.

Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen stated that attempts to interfere in the internal affairs of the kingdom would be unacceptable, emphasizing the close cooperation and mutual trust between Denmark and Greenland. The Danish Security and Intelligence Service (PET) noted an increased interest from foreign actors in Greenland and stated that efforts to counter influence campaigns in collaboration with local authorities will continue.