Overview
- Anders Vistisen told President Donald Trump to “f*** off” during a European Parliament debate on U.S. moves to gain control of Greenland, saying the territory is not for sale.
- European Parliament Vice-President Nicolae Ștefănuță interrupted and reprimanded Vistisen, citing rules against profanity in the chamber.
- Vistisen later reiterated his stance on X, declaring “Greenland is not for sale” and claiming he was threatened with fines for his language.
- Trump has renewed pressure for U.S. control of the Arctic territory, floated tariffs on European countries over the issue, and has not ruled out the use of force.
- European officials have coordinated pushback, with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen saying the EU is fully prepared to respond to tariff threats, and reports have indicated French President Emmanuel Macron has called for NATO exercises in the region.