The head of a US military base in Greenland has been fired after she sent an email to staff expressing support for Greenland as part of Denmark, while US President Donald Trump wants the world's largest island to be annexed by the US.
The so-called "US Space Force" announced today that Colonel Susan Meyers has been removed from her position as commander of Pitufik Base in Greenland due to "loss of confidence in her ability to lead."
"Commanders are expected to adhere to the highest standards of conduct, particularly when it comes to remaining impartial in the performance of their duties," the statement said.
Greenland is a territory of Denmark, a NATO ally of the US. But Trump wants to annex the territory, claiming it is necessary for national security.
US Vice President Jay Dee Vance's visit to Greenland in late March sparked a heated exchange of words between the US and Denmark, with Trump refusing to back down from using military force for his desired annexation.
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