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This BBC News article discusses Denmark’s concern over a U.S. spying report about Greenland. It says that American spy agencies were reportedly told to monitor Greenland’s independence movement and natural resources, especially after Donald Trump said he might want the U.S. to take over the island. Denmark's foreign minister called this worrying, saying, “we don’t spy on friends.” The article includes reactions from both U.S. and Danish officials. However, the article does not cite any research institutions or include expert opinions. It mainly refers to a report from another media outlet (The Wall Street Journal) and government sources such as the Danish Foreign Ministry and Lars Løkke Rasmussen. The spying claims come from unnamed sources, which makes them hard to verify. The article gives some helpful background about Greenland’s history and foreign relations, and it mentions Trump’s earlier statements. But it doesn’t explain how spying normally works or what laws are involved. Since the BBC is a trusted news source and the article uses real quotes from public figures, the story is likely based on true events. Still, some parts — especially the details about spying — are uncertain. That’s why it’s best to say this article is partially true.

