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Danish Foreign Minister reacts to fatal beating of Swedish off-duty police officer in Copenhagen

Danish Foreign Minister Løkke Rasmussen comments on the fatal beating of a Swedish man in Copenhagen.

Løkke Rasmussen says US developments have been a personal disappointment, but praises America as a democratic role model

On Saturday, the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary as a nation. For Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen, developments in the United States have in some respects been a "personal disappointment."

Denmark in Times of Waiting - Could Get a Monster Government

The election outcome in Denmark has been described as historically fragmented. Twelve parties, with no clear coalition alignments, will compete for government power. One alternative is that Denmark will have a "monster government," says Sune Bechmann Pedersen, associate professor of history at Stockholm University.

The politician with nine lives - how Lars Løkke Rasmussen became a master of political waves

His party, the Moderates, looked set to leave the Danish parliament. But the "politician with nine lives" got an unexpected boost in public opinion and is now in a golden position. "There is no crazier story in Danish politics than Lars Løkke Rasmussen (M)," writes Berlingske’s political correspondent.

Tough negotiations in Denmark will take weeks

It will be a while before Denmark gets a new government, believes election expert Rune Stubager. He thinks it will take weeks - at least. The unclear election results will lead to tough negotiations.

Mette Frederiksen says of course I am disappointed after Social Democrats' historically poor result, but is ready to lead Denmark again

Mette Frederiksen's Social Democrats have suffered a historically bad result. But the party is still the largest in Denmark - and Frederiksen wants to lead Denmark again. "I am ready to take on the responsibility as Denmark's prime minister for the next four years," she says to cheers at the party's election vigil in Copenhagen.

Lars Løkke Rasmussen set to be kingmaker after Danish election

The government parties are losing ground in the Danish election, and Lars Løkke Rasmussen's Moderates once again look set to be the leading force.

Vance: US gets much more with new Greenland agreement

The US is getting "far more" than it previously had under the new framework agreement on Greenland, JD Vance claims. "Denmark is lying if they claim they have not compromised and made concessions," he said.

Løkke Rasmussen to Stockholm to talk about the Arctic

Denmark's Foreign Minister will visit Stockholm this week. The security situation in Greenland and the Arctic is on the agenda.

Løkke Rasmussen: Greenlanders would say no to millions from the US

You can trade with people, but you can't buy people. Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen dismisses the idea that Greenlanders would initiate a process that could lead to the United States taking over the territory - even if they received half a million dollars (4.5 million kronor) each.

Løkke on Greenland meeting: We fundamentally disagree

The meeting with U.S. representatives on Greenland was characterized by frank but constructive discussion, Denmark's foreign minister said, but there was no consensus. "We fundamentally disagree," Lars Løkke Rasmussen said at a press conference outside the Danish embassy in Washington.

Vice President J.D. Vance hosts Greenland meeting at the White House

U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance will host a meeting of Danish, Greenlandic and U.S. representatives to discuss Greenland on Wednesday, while NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte continues to walk a tightrope in a war of words among NATO countries.

Løkke wants to clear up misunderstandings with the US

Members of the Danish parliament were summoned to an emergency meeting on Tuesday evening about the country's relationship with the United States. Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen said the time has come to meet with the US Secretary of State. "We will clear up some misunderstandings," he said after the meeting.

Denmark to Announce Timeline for Recognizing Palestinian State

Denmark's Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen will on Monday present a clear plan for when the country is ready to recognize a Palestinian state.

Recognizing Palestinian State a "Huge Mistake" Says Israel's Foreign Minister

Several countries are expected to recognize a Palestinian state shortly. "A huge mistake" that will "destabilize the region", according to Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar.

China Backs Denmark's Sovereignty Over Greenland

China expresses support for Denmark's sovereignty in Greenland. At a foreign ministers' meeting, it has been discussed together with China's view on Taiwan.

Denmark Criticizes US VP Vance's Remarks on Greenland Visit

Danish crisis meeting following Trump's remarks on Greenland

Danish party leaders have been called to a crisis meeting at the Prime Minister's office on Thursday due to the incoming US President Donald Trump's statement about taking over Greenland, according to Danish media.

Green light for Danish weapons against Russian territory

Denmark's government is backing Ukraine's entry into Russia, announces Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen. This means that they do not see any problems with Danish-donated weapons being used in Russia.