People attend a protest against US President Donald Trump's demand that the Arctic island be ceded to the US, calling for it to be allowed to determine its own future. Reuters
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Firstpost20-01-2026, 12:41

Denmark Proposes Special NATO Mission in Greenland Amid Trump's Acquisition Push

  • Denmark suggests a special NATO surveillance mission in Greenland as US President Donald Trump pursues his interest in acquiring the self-governing Danish territory.
  • NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte acknowledged the proposal, emphasizing the Arctic's importance for collective security.
  • Sweden's Defence Minister Pal Jonson supports a NATO mission to counter perceived threats from China and Russia in Greenland.
  • The US plans to deploy military aircraft to Pituffik Space Base (formerly Thule Air Force Base) in northwestern Greenland for routine defense operations, coordinated with Denmark.
  • Donald Trump announced a meeting in Davos with "various parties" to discuss his Greenland acquisition attempt, expressing confidence in the outcome.

Why It Matters: Denmark proposes a NATO mission in Greenland as the US deploys aircraft and Trump pushes for acquisition.

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