US and Denmark reach deal on Greenland, Trump claims 'permanent control' over island
Not so long ago, inhabitants of Greenland feared that the US was preparing to invade, after US President Donald Trump repeatedly claimed the US wanted to control the Arctic territory. But Trump now says he has struck a deal with Denmark to give Washington "permanent control" over Greenland's security, while ensuring the territory remains firmly in the hands of Denmark. Denmark and Greenland have…
The US and Denmark have reached a deal on Greenland's security, according to US President Donald Trump. The agreement gives the US "permanent control" over Greenland's security and other needs.
Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen welcomed the deal, saying it "strengthens our common security in the Arctic and the North Atlantic area". The leaders of Denmark and Greenland also hailed the agreement, which is expected to be signed next week at the UN General Assembly.
According to Trump, the deal prevents countries such as Russia and China from setting up military bases or making sensitive investments in Greenland without US approval. He also stated that there would be "no cost to the United States". The exact terms of the agreement remain unclear.
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