European Forces Move Into Greenland as U.S. Push to Control the Island Continues

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European military personnel from France and Germany have begun arriving in Greenland as Denmark and its allies step up their presence in the Arctic. The move comes as U.S. President Donald Trump continues to press his view that Greenland is vital to American security and should come under U.S. control.

Greenland is an autonomous territory of Denmark and holds major strategic value because of its location in the Arctic and its rich natural resources. Trump has repeatedly said that the United States must own the island to stop Russia or China from gaining influence there. He has also claimed that Denmark cannot properly protect the region on its own.

Talks held this week between officials from the United States, Denmark, and Greenland did little to ease tensions. While the meeting avoided public conflict, it did not lead to any agreement. Danish and Greenlandic leaders made it clear that Greenland is not for sale and warned that threats of force are dangerous and unacceptable among allies.

In response to the pressure, Denmark and Greenland said they are increasing their military activity in close coordination with NATO partners. Several European countries, including Germany, France, Sweden, and Norway, have agreed to send military staff to Greenland. These teams will help prepare for larger training exercises planned later this year.

The Danish Ministry of Defence said the goal is to explore how a stronger and more regular military presence in the Arctic can work in practice. While the number of troops involved so far is small, the message is clear. European allies want to show they are serious about defending Greenland and protecting Arctic security.

Germany confirmed that a small reconnaissance team arrived in Nuuk aboard a military aircraft. France has also begun sending personnel, with more expected in the coming days. French President Emmanuel Macron said the deployments show support for Denmark and Greenland at a sensitive time.

Experts say the European presence sends two signals. First, it shows readiness to defend Greenland if needed. Second, it responds to U.S. criticism by proving that Denmark and its allies are taking Arctic defence more seriously and improving surveillance in the region.

After talks in Washington, officials agreed to create a joint working group between the United States and Denmark. This group will discuss security, defence, and other concerns related to Greenland. However, Danish leaders acknowledged that Washington has not changed its position on wanting to acquire the island, something they say would violate sovereignty.

As global interest in the Arctic grows, Greenland has become a focus of major power competition. For now, European allies are increasing their presence to protect stability, while firmly rejecting any idea that Greenland’s future can be decided without its people.

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