by WorldTribune Staff, September 19, 2026 Non-AI Real World News

President Donald Trump announced on Sept. 18 that the United States has reached an agreement with Denmark and Greenland that would give the U.S. “permanent control over security and all other needs” in the territory.

The move counters the unreported Arctic ambitions of Russia and China in the resource-rich region.

He said the agreement addresses “all our many U.S. concerns” and would be at “No Cost to the United States.”

The president did not provide details or the text of the agreement or offer specifics about its terms.

“At my direction, we worked with representatives of Denmark and Greenland to guarantee that the United States will FOREVER have the complete ability to do what is necessary in Greenland in order to secure and defend the security of Greenland and the United States of America,” he wrote.

Trump also said the United States will be developing “a large military presence in the appropriate part of Greenland.”

Significantly,he added:

“No U.S. adversary can EVER have a base in Greenland, have a military presence in Greenland, or make sensitive investments in Greenland, without our express written approval.”

In addition to its geostrategic significance, the island is home to multiple raw materials needed for cutting-edge technology.

In April of 2025, Vice President JD Vance visited Pituffik Space Base in Greenland highlighting one of the U.S.’s lesser known but increasingly vital military facilities.

Related: Vance visit spotlights strategic Arctic outpost: Pituffik U.S. Space Base, April 1, 2025

Situated on Greeland’s remote northwest coast and positioned just 750 miles (1,200 km) north of the Arctic Circle and less than 1,000 miles (1,600 km) from the North Pole, the base, formerly known as Thule Air Base, offers America’s military unparalleled surveillance and missile warning capabilities.

Following is President Trump’s post to Truth Social on Sept. 18:

BREAKING NEWS: I am pleased to announce that the United States of America has entered into an Agreement with The Kingdom of Denmark, and Greenland, that gives the United States permanent control over security, and all other needs, in Greenland, completely addressing ALL of our many U.S. concerns. There will be NO COST to the United States! At my direction, we worked with representatives of Denmark and Greenland to guarantee that the United States will FOREVER have the complete ability to do what is necessary in Greenland in order to secure and defend the security of Greenland, and the United States of America. Additionally, from now on, no U.S. adversary can EVER have a base in Greenland, have a military presence in Greenland, or make sensitive investments in Greenland, without our express written approval. For over 100 years, Presidents have known the strategic importance of Greenland, but NONE of them were able to do anything about it. I am proud to be the President that permanently and conclusively addressed this very important situation. This is an “Infinite Life” Agreement, there is no end! We are very honored and proud of what has just taken place, and everything agreed to today will be cherished by the American People. We will immediately begin the process of developing a large Military presence in the appropriate part of Greenland, of which there are many. We will work with the people of Greenland in its development and construction. This solution is a great one for the United States of America, Denmark, Greenland, and all of our Allies. We look forward to working with the wonderful people of Denmark and Greenland toward a magnificent future with respect to this large, and highly strategic, parcel of land. We will be very protective of it! This is a dream come true for the United States of America, one that is very important, historic, and special. Thank you for your attention to this matter! President DONALD J. TRUMP

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  President Trump announces Greenland deal giving U.S. ‘permanent’ strategic control