Denmark, Greenland Criticize JD Vance's Visit, Tone

US Vice President JD Vance's recent visit to the Pituffik Space Base in Greenland has sparked diplomatic tensions with Denmark after he criticized the Danish government's handling of Greenland's security and development. Vance accused Denmark of underinvesting in the territory and suggested that the US should play a larger role in its security, a stance that has drawn sharp rebukes from Danish officials, including Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen, who emphasized that such rhetoric is inappropriate for close allies. The visit has raised concerns among Greenlanders about their sovereignty and Trump's past interest in buying the island, with a local politician expressing fears of US attempts at control. Rasmussen highlighted that Denmark has long supported the US in military efforts and called for a more respectful dialogue moving forward. Greenland's Prime Minister also criticized Vance's comments as disrespectful and indicative of a lack of understanding of the territory's autonomy. The situation reflects ongoing geopolitical interests in the Arctic amidst rising tensions with Russia and China.