Danish officials are "utterly freaked out" & in "crisis mode" after Trump told them he will acquire Greenland during a 45m call.
Trump was firm that USA will acquire Greenland during a call with Denmark's prime minister.
5 EU officials who were briefed about the call were in shock to find that Trump is serious.
The officials hoped he was joking, or his statements were just a negotiating tactic.
"[Trump] was very firm. It was a cold shower. Before, it was hard to take it seriously. But I do think it is serious and potentially very dangerous," one official said.
"The intent was very clear. They want it. The Danes are now in crisis mode. The Danes are utterly freaked out by this."
"It was a very tough conversation. He threatened specific measures against Denmark such as targeted tariffs."
