A resident of Greenland has issued a stark warning to the United Kingdom in support of Trump’s call for the United States to take over the Danish territory, alleging that Greenland is teetering on the edge of civil unrest.
Jorgen Boassen, a 51-year-old business owner in construction and self-proclaimed “revolutionary,” is among a small group advocating for American control of their homeland.
Boassen fervently promotes the “Make Greenland American” movement but reveals that his activism has strained his relationship with his fiancée and daughter.
Despite President Trump’s assertion that the transfer would enhance security and be straightforward for the US, it has sparked strong opposition. Greenland’s steadfast Prime Minister has criticized the US leader for his “bullying tactics.”
With a population of fewer than 60,000 people, Greenland is a self-governing territory under Denmark’s sovereignty, holding strategic significance for NATO and the EU. However, internal tensions are escalating. Boassen acknowledges that his relatives disapprove of his pro-US advocacy and claims his partner was dismissed from her job at Air Greenland, a Danish airline, shortly after he attended pro-Trump events in Washington.
Boassen describes a prevailing “climate of fear,” with families divided and altercations erupting in bars. He laments the repercussions of his support for Trump, stating that his construction business has shut down due to boycotts, and similar backlash is targeting other Trump-affiliated businesses. He currently resides in Copenhagen due to fear of association in his hometown, reflecting a widespread atmosphere of apprehension.
Expressing concern about the escalating tension, Boassen warns of a potential civil conflict, citing the widespread possession of firearms for hunting purposes. He directs a cautionary message to the EU and the UK, emphasizing the need for a thorough understanding of Denmark’s alleged suppression of Greenlanders before intervening.
While Denmark and Greenland affirm that the island is not up for sale, the dispute has strained US-Europe relations, with Denmark’s prime minister cautioning that a US acquisition could jeopardize NATO’s future.
During a recent conversation with Donald Trump, Sir Keir Starmer reiterated his stance that Greenland’s fate should be determined solely by Greenland and Denmark, emphasizing this position in parliamentary discussions.