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Denmark and Sweden Deploy Military Forces to Greenland

Published January 14, 2026, 18:01
Denmark and Sweden Deploy Military Forces to Greenland

Denmark has announced it is strengthening its military presence in Greenland, while Sweden will send military personnel at Denmark's request. This comes shortly before a meeting at the White House regarding the future of Greenland, following threats from Donald Trump about a potential American takeover of the island. Trump has called on NATO to remove Russia and China from Greenland, characterizing an American takeover as the only acceptable solution. The strengthening of the military presence includes aircraft, ships, and troops, including allied forces from NATO. The Swedish mission will prepare the next steps of the Danish exercise 'Operation Arctic Endurance'.