President Donald Trump announced that the United States has reached a new security agreement with Greenland and Denmark, which will enable the U.S. to establish a substantial military presence on the island. Trump shared the news via a post on Truth Social, emphasizing that the military build-up will begin immediately in "the appropriate part of Greenland" and touted that the deal grants the U.S. "permanent control over security, and all other needs" in the territory. While Greenland already hosts U.S. forces under an existing defense pact with Denmark, this new agreement marks an intensification of U.S. military involvement in the region.

Although Trump had previously advocated for Greenland to become part of the United States, the latest agreement stops short of that goal. Greenland leaders have consistently rejected the idea of a sale, and the European Union has also opposed attempts by the U.S. to acquire the island. Despite this, Trump called the deal a success, claiming that it fully addresses U.S. strategic and security concerns and noted that there will be no cost to the United States under the new arrangement.

Greenland's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen praised the agreement as reinforcing the sovereignty of the Kingdom of Denmark and respecting the Greenlandic people's right to self-determination. She highlighted that the pact will enhance collective security in the Arctic and the North Atlantic, benefiting not only the involved parties but also NATO and European interests. The Danish prime minister's office announced plans for the formal signing of the agreement at the upcoming United Nations General Assembly.

NATO spokesperson Allison Hart expressed support for the deal, noting that the Arctic and North Atlantic are critical regions for collective defense. Hart emphasized that the agreement will contribute to greater stability, security, and cooperation within this vital area. Although specific provisions of the agreement have not been publicly released, the announcement underscores the strategic importance of Greenland in geopolitical and security considerations amid rising global tensions.