Trump announces security deal with Greenland, ending dispute with Denmark, EU and NATO
- Posted on September 19, 2026
- By Le Monde
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In brief
The United States shifts its Arctic strategy by establishing a robust military footprint in Greenland through a new security agreement. President Trump pivots away from controversial annexation proposals that strained diplomatic relations with Denmark, the European Union, and NATO allies. This strategic pivot strengthens American defense capabilities in the Arctic region while preserving critical transatlantic partnerships and demonstrating a pragmatic approach to geopolitical tensions.
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Trump announces security deal with Greenland, ending dispute with Denmark, EU and NATO
On Friday, the US president said the country would establish a 'significant military presence' in the Arctic territory, effectively abandoning earlier ambitions of annexation that triggered a crisis between the US and its allies.
