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Trump Seeks Sovereignty Over Parts of Greenland, Citing Cyprus Model

Published January 24, 2026, 19:01
Trump Seeks Sovereignty Over Parts of Greenland, Citing Cyprus Model

Donald Trump has stated that the United States is seeking sovereignty over areas of Greenland where American military bases are located, potentially through a model similar to the British sovereign bases in Cyprus. This move stems from the US desire to ensure continued military access to the island, given growing concerns about Greenland's independence and the strategic importance of the Arctic. Trump has been pressuring Denmark for greater control over Greenland, and discussions appear to be underway with NATO. However, Greenland's Prime Minister, Jens-Frederik Nielsen, has stated that sovereignty is a 'red line' for his country, indicating resistance to the plan.