A stark warning of potential civil conflict in Greenland has been issued to the United Kingdom, as deep internal divisions surface over the prospect of a US takeover championed by former President Donald Trump.
A Nation Torn Over American Ambitions
The tensions centre on a growing ideological split within the autonomous Danish territory. Jorgen Boassen, a 51-year-old bricklaying company owner and self-styled "revolutionary," is a leading voice campaigning for the "Make Greenland American" movement. He claims his activism has come at a severe personal cost, including the loss of his relationship and his business.
Boassen alleges that his fiancée was dismissed from her 30-year role with Air Greenland after he attended MAGA events in Washington celebrating Trump's inauguration. He further states that his company was forced to close due to a blacklisting campaign against businesses showing support for Trump.
A Climate of Fear and Rising Tensions
Boassen describes a society where political allegiance is tearing families apart and sparking public disorder. "There is a climate of fear," he told the Daily Mail. "Those who really want the Americans to take over dare not speak out." He reports that brawls are breaking out in bars and that supporters of the US bid are being ostracised.
The activist believes the situation is so volatile that armed conflict is a real possibility. He points out that almost every home in Greenland possesses a gun for hunting, suggesting there is enough weaponry for a significant confrontation. "The tension is so great," Boassen stated, warning that the country is on the brink of a civil war.
International Repercussions and a Direct Warning
Boassen issued a direct caution to Western leaders, specifically naming the UK and EU. "So, I say to the EU and the UK – to Sir Keir Starmer – before you step in, you should be very careful," he urged. He accused Denmark of repressing the people of Greenland and controlling 95% of local businesses.
The political row has significant international implications. While Trump has framed a potential acquisition as a straightforward boost to US security, Greenland's Prime Minister has condemned what she calls "bullying tactics." Denmark's leader has warned that such a move could even jeopardise the future of NATO.
In response to the escalating situation, a Downing Street spokesperson confirmed that Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer set out the UK's position during a phone call with Donald Trump on Wednesday, 8th January 2026. The UK government maintains that Greenland's future should be determined solely by Greenland and Denmark.
