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Denmark Bolsters Defense Against Possible U.S. Greenland Threat

3/21/2026

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In January, Denmark intensified preparations to deter possible U.S. aggression toward Greenland after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened annexation.
Danish troops were deployed with explosives to destroy runways in Nuuk and Kangerlussuaq, and to stock blood supplies.
The move formed part of Operation Arctic Endurance, a European effort including France and Germany.
Danish officials cited the U.S. operation in Venezuela as a trigger for urgent contingency planning.

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In January, Denmark intensified preparations to deter possible U.S. aggression toward Greenland after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened annexation.
Danish troops were deployed with explosives to destroy runways in Nuuk and Kangerlussuaq, and to stock blood supplies.
The move formed part of Operation Arctic Endurance, a European effort including France and Germany.
Danish officials cited the U.S. operation in Venezuela as a trigger for urgent contingency planning.