U.S. proposes expanded military presence in Greenland with base access and mineral rights, pending Greenland’s consent and formal agreement.

Trump announced a proposed framework for expanded U.S. military presence in Greenland, reportedly involving sovereign base areas akin to Britain’s arrangements in Cyprus. The plan, discussed with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, would grant the U.S. control over specific military installations and potential mineral rights while preserving Danish sovereignty and Greenland’s autonomy. Trump claimed the deal satisfied all parties and dropped earlier threats of tariffs or force, though no formal agreement has been confirmed. Denmark insists Greenland’s consent is required, and Greenlandic leaders have expressed concern over exclusion from talks. The proposal, aimed at strengthening U.S. Arctic security amid growing Russian activity, remains under discussion with no official terms released.