Greenland PM Criticizes Usha Vance's Visit Amid US Control Tensions

Greenland's Prime Minister Mute B. Egede has condemned an upcoming visit by U.S. officials, including Second Lady Usha Vance and National Security Adviser Mike Waltz, labeling it a 'demonstration of power' and accusing the United States of foreign interference in Greenland's autonomy. The visit comes amid heightened tensions following President Trump's past assertions about annexing the territory, prompting Egede to call for international intervention. Egede emphasized that Waltz's presence is particularly alarming due to his close ties to Trump, suggesting it would exacerbate U.S. pressure on Greenland. In response, U.S. officials have defended the visit as an opportunity to strengthen partnerships and enhance economic cooperation. Vance's visit is framed as a cultural engagement to celebrate U.S.-Greenlandic relations, though Egede insists this portrayal fails to reflect the visit's true implications. Denmark has also expressed concern regarding the U.S. delegation's presence amid these longstanding territorial discussions.