Nuuk, Jan 29, 2026 (AFP) - Greenland mayor issues warning after US flag stunt

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2026-01-29

The mayor of Greenland's capital on Thursday called on media professionals and content creators to act responsibly after a failed attempt by a German comedian to hoist the US flag. Bavarian comedian Maxi Schafroth, 41, attempted to run up the Stars and Stripes on a flagpole near the cultural centre in Nuuk, before he was confronted by angry passers-by. When questioned, he claimed to be a US official before leaving to disapproving looks from local......

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