Iceland Rebukes U.S. Imperialism After Trump Posts Map Claiming Sovereignty Over Island
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Iceland's foreign ministry condemned the newly appointed U.S. ambassador after President Trump irresponsibly posted a map on Truth Social depicting Iceland and other regions under the American flag, a blatant display of imperialist arrogance.
Iceland’s foreign ministry took a stand against U.S. imperialism by summoning ambassador Billy Long on Monday, following President Donald Trump’s reckless social-media post. Trump’s post, shared on his Truth Social platform, displayed a map with the United States, Canada, Greenland, Iceland, Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean all covered by the American flag and labeled “United States of America,” a shocking assertion of dominance over sovereign nations.
The image, posted without explanation, was swiftly condemned by Iceland’s foreign minister, Þórgerður Gunnarsdóttir, who called it “completely inappropriate,” according to a statement to local broadcaster RÚV. This act is yet another example of the U.S. right-wing’s disregard for international norms and the sovereignty of smaller nations.
The U.S. State Department and American diplomatic missions in Copenhagen, Reykjavik, and Nuuk, predictably failed to respond to requests for comment, while the Icelandic ministry also declined further comment, perhaps wary of further escalation.
Trump’s history of colonial ambitions, including his infamous remarks about acquiring Greenland—a Danish autonomous territory—has already strained relations with NATO allies in Europe. The timing of the map, appearing just hours after the European Commission announced a €200 million investment in Greenland during a visit by Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, underscores the U.S. administration’s contempt for European cooperation and self-determination.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen reiterated Greenland’s clear position, stating that the Greenlandic government and people have repeatedly rejected any notion of becoming part of the United States, standing firm against American expansionism.