Russia may interfere in Danish election, exploiting chaos sewn by US, spies warn

"The election campaign could be marked by disinformation and cyberattacks to sow division, influence the public debate or to target candidates, parties or specific political programmes. The threat of interference targeting Denmark comes mainly from Russia but could also emanate from other state actors."

"The United States' stated desire to take possession of Greenland has led to the spread of disinformation concerning the kingdom of Denmark, which could create uncertainty ahead of the election. The attention paid by the United States to Denmark has created new international fault lines that foreign states like Russia and China could exploit for influence purposes."

"Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen called the election on Thursday saying the shadow cast by Russia was one of Denmark's biggest threats. She also highlighted US president Donald Trump's demands to control the Arctic territory of Greenland."

Denmark's PET police intelligence and FE military intelligence have jointly warned of potential foreign interference in the upcoming March 24 general election. Russia poses the primary threat, particularly regarding Ukraine support, but other state actors including the United States and China may also attempt influence operations. The agencies identified disinformation campaigns and cyberattacks as likely tactics designed to sow division, manipulate public debate, and target candidates and political programs. US President Trump's stated desire to acquire Greenland has generated significant disinformation about Denmark and created international tensions that foreign adversaries could exploit. Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen called the election partly in response to these geopolitical pressures, with her popularity rising due to her firm rejection of Trump's Greenland demands.

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