Half of Denmark citizens say US is a threat to them, even more than Iran and North Korea, YouGov poll finds

A new poll by YouGov around Denmark citizens has sent shockwaves across the world, as it has revealed that the people of the country view the US as a similar threat to Iran and North Korea. Nearly half of Denmark's citizens are of the opinion that the US is a significant threat to them, and they are also opposing the concept of Greenland going to US hands, a row that has erupted ever since Donald Trump became the new President of the United States.

Denmark's citizens unhappy

The US is considered to be a close ally of Denmark, and they are part of various international committees in the UN as well. However, Denmark's citizens are currently viewing the US as a threat, as per the YouGov survey, which is all the more interesting. This new research poll result has cropped up amid the US and Denmark row over the sale of Greenland, which Trump proposed as soon as he became the new US President.

Denmark-US row continues

During the Presidential inauguration ceremony, new President Trump announced his intent to take Greenland into the US hands, owing to national security issues. However, the poll finds that nearly 78% of Denmark's citizens are opposed to the concept of Greenland getting separated from Denmark.

FAQs:

Is Denmark a European country?
Yes, Denmark is a country based in Europe. The nation is also a part of the European Union.

Who owns Greenland?
Denmark currently controls the territory of Greenland, but the US has recently expressed desire to buy controlling power of the region.