Several outlets summarized reporting that a March dinner in Athens turned tense when United States Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle allegedly said, “We can do that to any country we want. We can do that here,” while discussing the collapse of Romania’s government. The reports rely on accounts from attendees or people briefed on the dinner, not a public recording. The claim spread across European and international media and quickly drew reactions from Greek officials and parties.

Coverage describes the gathering as a dinner that included Greek and United States officials, embassy staff, and political figures. Reports also say Greek minister Stavros Papastavrou pushed back, stating the United States could not replace Greece’s elected government. The specific wording, tone, and full context remain disputed. The Wall Street Journal’s reporting, echoed by others, served as the backbone for the allegation, which explains how the same quote appeared in many summaries.