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US Signs New Security Agreement with Denmark and Greenland

September 20, 2026·4 of 7·1 min read

The US now has permanent security control over Greenland.

US Gains Permanent Security Control

The US now has permanent security control over Greenland. This allows the US to build military facilities without approval from Greenland or Denmark, and prohibits non-NATO military bases and sensitive investments without explicit US consent.

  • US can build military facilities without Greenland or Denmark's approval
  • Non-NATO military bases and sensitive investments are prohibited without explicit US consent

Diplomatic Solution After Trump's Threat

This agreement follows former President Trump's public mention of buying and annexing Greenland, which led to strong opposition and joint responses from Denmark and major European countries, prompting a diplomatic solution.

  • Former President Trump publicly mentioned buying and annexing Greenland
  • Strong opposition and joint response from Denmark and major European countries

Focus on Legal Effect and Opinion

The agreement still requires congressional approval, and the reactions of Greenland's residents and political circles will be crucial factors.

  • Agreement still requires congressional approval
  • Reactions of Greenland's residents and political circles are crucial factors

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