Denmark's Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen has announced plans to summon the US ambassador following a report indicating that American intelligence agencies are intensifying their focus on Greenland.

This decision comes in response to assertions made in recent media about US surveillance activities targeting the semi-autonomous region, particularly concerning its independence aspirations and natural resource extraction.

The report, published in The Wall Street Journal, claims that US spy agencies have been instructed to closely monitor activities linked to Greenland's movement for greater autonomy and the potential mining of valuable mineral resources.

Minister Rasmussen expressed significant concern over the implications of such intelligence operations, emphasizing that Denmark does not engage in espionage against allies.

In light of the report, the Danish government is seeking confirmation of the information through discussions with the US acting ambassador at the Danish Foreign Ministry.

Rasmussen described the situation as "somewhat disturbing" and noted the lack of strong denials from US officials, which has heightened his apprehensions.

In a statement regarding the report, Tulsi Gabbard, the Director of National Intelligence, defended the actions of US agencies while accusing the media outlet of attempting to politicize and leak classified information, which she argued undermines national security.

Amid these developments, President Donald Trump has previously expressed a desire for the United States to acquire Greenland, insisting that it is crucial for national security.

In a recent NBC News interview, he remarked, "I don't rule out anything," regarding the means by which the US could obtain the island, which he described as having strategic importance.

Trump’s remarks during his presidency about acquiring Greenland have drawn condemnation from Danish officials.

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen criticized visits by US officials, including Vice-President JD Vance, to Greenland, labeling such actions as "completely unacceptable pressure" on the region and its inhabitants.

Greenland, the largest island in the world, has been under Danish control for about three centuries.

It has its own government for local issues; however, foreign and defense policies are managed by Denmark.

The US has maintained a military presence on the island dating back to World War II, reflecting longstanding American interest in Greenland's strategic location and natural resources, including rare earth minerals.

Polling data reveals that a significant majority of Greenlanders favor independence from Denmark but do not support the idea of becoming part of the United States.