France to open consulate in Greenland in a 'political signal' amid Trump threats

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3. Lots of quicky evolving news on this, including Danish troop deployment

https://www.newsweek.com/greenland-trump-us-denmark-nato-white-house-arctic-11347275

55 min ago
Jan 14, 2026 at 09:21 AM EST

Denmark to expand NATO military exercises in Greenland amid rising Arctic tensions
Denmark has announced plans to intensify military exercises in Greenland in cooperation with NATO allies, citing growing security concerns in the Arctic. The Ministry of Defence said the expanded drills will strengthen allied capabilities in harsh polar conditions and reinforce security across Europe and the Atlantic.

Upcoming exercises in 2026 will involve larger deployments of aircraft, naval vessels, and troops, alongside coordination with Greenlandic authorities, Inuit-led partners, and local police. The Arctic Command will provide regular updates to residents and maintain dialogue with local stakeholders.

The move builds on operations conducted in 2025 with contributions from Germany, France, Sweden, and Norway, which focused on defending Greenland’s critical infrastructure.

Foreign Minister Vivian Motzfeldt emphasized that bolstering Arctic security is a priority under NATO membership, while Defence Minister Troels Lund Poulsen said the expanded activities are a “natural continuation” of last year’s efforts. He added that Denmark and its allies will assess further increases in presence and cooperation in the coming weeks.