Overview
- The exchange occurred on Jan. 13 during a European Parliament session about the U.S. campaign to buy Greenland.
- Anders Vistisen asserted that Greenland has been part of the Danish kingdom for 800 years and said it is not for sale.
- He then said, “Mr. President, f—k off,” finished his remarks in Danish, and left the podium.
- European Parliament Vice President Nicolae Ștefănuță said such language is not allowed and warned of consequences, drawing applause.
- A clip distributed via the European Parliament and Storyful fueled wider coverage, and no formal sanctions have been announced as of the latest reports.