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September 23, 2026
Trump Signs Updated Arctic Security Agreement with Denmark and Greenland
- The agreement updates a 1951 treaty, allowing the U.S. to build two new military bases in Greenland and increasing troop presence by under 50 personnel.
- It prohibits non-NATO countries from basing forces in Greenland, addressing security concerns regarding Russia and China.
- The deal ensures U.S. military access if Greenland becomes independent, maintaining NATO cooperation.
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- Trump Once Vowed to ‘Own’ Greenland. He Settled for Something Much Less.Sep 23, 2026 at 12:42 AM · NYT
- Trump signs US-Denmark-Greenland agreement to bolster Arctic security after prolonged tensionsSep 23, 2026 at 5:42 AM · ABC News
- Greenland welcomes US military pact but trust still shakySep 23, 2026 at 9:11 AM · Reuters
- Trump’s Greenland deal brings small changes, experts say, after months of turmoilSep 23, 2026 at 10:00 AM · CNN