US President Donald Trump announced a security deal with Denmark granting the US permanent control over Greenland's security, according to multiple reports. The agreement allows the US to establish military installations and restricts non-NATO countries from setting up bases in the Arctic territory.
The deal comes after Trump previously threatened to annex Greenland, citing security concerns following the US abduction of Venezuelan President Nicholas Maduro. Trump described the agreement as 'historic' and 'a dream come true for the US,' while Denmark and NATO have welcomed the arrangement.
The agreement aims to ensure US military presence in Greenland, which is strategically important due to its location near emerging maritime routes between North America and Eurasia. It also includes restrictions on non-NATO countries from investing in Greenland in a way that could threaten US security.
The exact terms of the deal remain unclear, with differences in reporting on the specifics of the agreement. While Trump has softened his stance on Greenland, the deal's full implications and limitations are still under review by Denmark and NATO.