The sun rises behind Greenland's flag in Nuuk's old harbor, Greenland, on February 5, 2025. Reuters File
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Firstpost15-01-2026, 15:43

Denmark, Allies Deploy Troops to Greenland Amid US Invasion Threats

  • Denmark and European allies are deploying troops to Greenland to bolster defenses against potential US invasion threats.
  • NATO members Germany, Sweden, France, and Norway are sending military personnel, while Canada and France will open consulates in Nuuk.
  • The deployment follows US President Donald Trump's threats to annex Greenland, including military options, after winning the 2024 election.
  • Danish officials, including Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen, expressed "fundamental difference" with the Trump administration over Greenland.
  • France warned of "unintended consequences" if the sovereignty of a European ally like Denmark were affected by a US invasion.

Why It Matters: Denmark and its allies are fortifying Greenland's defenses against US annexation threats, straining NATO unity.

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