Trump's appointment of Greenland envoy sparks fresh row with Denmark

The appointment of a special envoy to Greenland by the Trump administration has sparked a diplomatic row with Denmark. This move is seen as a continuation of Trump's interest in the possibility of purchasing Greenland, which Denmark has firmly rejected. The BBC's diplomatic correspondent James Landale reports that the decision to appoint a special envoy has angered Denmark, which views it as an encroachment on its sovereignty over the autonomous territory of Greenland. Denmark has responded by summoning the US ambassador to discuss the matter. The situation highlights the ongoing tensions between the US and Denmark over the status of Greenland, which is strategically important due to its location and natural resources. The diplomatic spat is the latest in a series of challenges faced by the traditionally close relationship between the US and Denmark.