US and Denmark reach Greenland security deal

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The US and Denmark have announced a deal on Greenland's security, resolving a diplomatic dispute sparked by President Donald Trump when he threatened to seize the semi-autonomous territory.

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  • Reported by France 24 and published Sun, 20 Sep 2026 09:40:12 UTC.

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  3. Greenland, Denmark say Trump deal won't compromise sovereignty

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  7. Trump’s Greenland deal: A triumph of optics?

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