Greenlanders and Danes Hopeful but Some Are Upset by Talk of a ‘Deal’

New York Times - WorldCenter-LeftEN 4 min read 100% complete by Jeffrey Gettleman, Amelia Nierenberg and Maya TekeliJanuary 22, 2026 at 12:28 AM

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Following President Trump's announcement of a potential deal with NATO regarding Greenland and the Arctic, reactions in Denmark and Greenland have been mixed. While some Danes and Greenlanders are cautiously optimistic about avoiding conflict and finding a solution, details of the agreement remain undisclosed. Greenlandic politicians, like Aaja Chemnitz, have expressed strong disapproval of being excluded from these discussions, emphasizing that Greenland's involvement is essential. Trump's statements follow earlier remarks at the World Economic Forum where he reiterated the US interest in acquiring Greenland, referencing a historically inaccurate account of the US involvement in Greenland during and after World War II. The situation remains uncertain as the specifics of the proposed deal are yet to be revealed.

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