Trump strikes Greenland deal with Denmark after threatening annexation
President Donald Trump said the United States reached an agreement with Denmark and Greenland that gives the US “permanent control” over Greenland’s security – months after Trump threatened to forcibly seize the self-governing territory. The president’s demands to take Greenland under US control faced fierce opposition from NATO allies, with Denmark part of the bloc … The post Trump strikes…
President Donald Trump announced a deal with Denmark and Greenland that grants the United States "permanent control" over the security and other needs of Greenland, following months of threats to forcibly seize the self-governing territory. The agreement, which faces opposition from NATO allies, comes as Trump faces domestic backlash over the Iran conflict and as midterms approach.
Despite being under Danish control, the US has operated a military base in Greenland since 1951, and the new agreement guarantees US access, basing, and overflight rights. Greenland's Prime Minister expressed satisfaction with the agreement, noting it recognizes Greenland's interests and place in international cooperation. The deal still requires parliamentary procedures and will be signed at the UN General Assembly next week.
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Also reported by 2 other outlets
- Trump declares victory in Greenland, but the deal exposes a deeper crisis of trust theconversation.com
- US and Denmark reach Greenland security deal france24.com
