US and Denmark reach deal over Greenland after Trump annexation threats
Trump said the agreement will give the US "permanent control over security, and all other needs, in Greenland", though specifics haven't been confirmed by Danish officials.
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"The agreement will give the US 'permanent control over security, and all other needs, in Greenland.'"
— Donald Trump , Politician
"The agreement 'strengthens our common security in the Arctic and the North Atlantic area.'"
— Mette Frederiksen , Politician
"This deal permanently and completely addresses our national security concerns in Greenland."
— Marco Rubio , Politician
"It is gratifying that we are about to enter into an agreement that ensures and strengthens the security of Greenland, Denmark and the US."
— Jens-Frederik Nielsen , Politician
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Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Jens-Frederik Nielsen is the Prime Minister of Greenland.
U.S. Secretary of State.
Prime Minister of Denmark concerned by the train accident.
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Trump said the agreement will give the US "permanent control over security, and all other needs, in Greenland", though specifics haven't been confirmed by Danish officials.
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