A heckler interrupted Vanessa Williams as she sang the US national anthem at the NBA London Game on January 18, 2026, at the O2 Arena, shouting, “Leave Greenland alone!” The remark resonated with the crowd amidst ongoing protests in Greenland against US President Donald Trump’s attempts to acquire the island, which he claims is vital for national security. European leaders, including UK’s Sir Keir Starmer, have expressed solidarity with Denmark and Greenland, rejecting Trump’s threats of tariffs. The situation has sparked discussions among European officials about potential retaliatory measures against the US.
