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US Military Pursues Greenland Access Amid Trump Interest

4/1/2026

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The United States military is increasing efforts to secure access to Greenland, signaling interest from U.S. President Donald Trump.
The United States is negotiating with Denmark for access to three bases, including two previously abandoned.
General Gregory M. Guillot, head of U.S. Northern Command, notes Arctic importance and calls for options.
Denmark's position is complicated because Greenland is under Danish rule, with a 1951 defense pact cited against Trump's threats.

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The United States military is increasing efforts to secure access to Greenland, signaling interest from U.S. President Donald Trump.
The United States is negotiating with Denmark for access to three bases, including two previously abandoned.
General Gregory M. Guillot, head of U.S. Northern Command, notes Arctic importance and calls for options.
Denmark's position is complicated because Greenland is under Danish rule, with a 1951 defense pact cited against Trump's threats.