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The tension between America and Denmark regarding Greenland is once again in the news. Meanwhile, America has announced to deploy its military aircraft there. This step has been taken at a time when US President Donald Trump has been calling Greenland very strategically important for America. Have also expressed their desire to achieve this.
North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) said on Monday that its military aircraft will soon reach the Pitfik Space Base in Greenland. This base was previously known as Thule Air Force Base and is located in northwestern Greenland. According to NORAD, this deployment is being done as per pre-decided military plans. Its purpose is to strengthen the surveillance and defense capabilities related to the security of North America.
North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) aircraft will soon arrive at Pituffik Space Base, Greenland. Along with aircraft operating from bases in the continental United States and Canada, they will support various long-planned NORAD activities, building on the enduring…
— North American Aerospace Defense Command (@NORADCommand) January 19, 2026
Denmark increased military presence
NORAD has clarified that this step is part of the existing defense cooperation between the US, Canada and Denmark. This entire process has been carried out in coordination with Copenhagen. The local administration of Greenland has also been informed about this. The Pitfik Space Base is considered very important for the security of North America, because a missile alert system is deployed here, which identifies potential threats in time. Parallel to this announcement by America, Denmark has also increased its military presence in Greenland. According to reports, several Danish planes have reached Greenland carrying soldiers and military equipment. In addition to more than 200 soldiers already deployed, new troops have been sent to the capital Nuuk and Kangerlussuaq to further strengthen security in the area.
Trump is making aggressive statements regarding Greenland
This development has come to light at a time when President Trump has been making aggressive statements regarding Greenland. Trump says that potential strategic threats related to Russia and China are a serious challenge to America’s security. Greenland plays an important role in this entire equation. He has also not ruled out the possibility of using force to control Greenland, which has further increased concern in Europe.
Denmark’s Foreign Minister expressed concern
Denmark’s Foreign Minister has expressed concern over the situation and said that the country is waking up to new challenges and threats every day. At the same time, Germany has adopted a relatively balanced stance on this issue. German officials say that America’s security concerns cannot be completely ignored, although any solution should be found within the framework of international rules.
China’s reaction also came forward
China’s reaction has also come to light on this entire controversy. China has accused America of repeatedly dragging China’s name to serve its strategic interests. Beijing said that involving China in the Greenland issue is unfair and misleading.
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