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Trump Blames Denmark for 'Hurting' NATO Ties by Refusing to Hand Over Greenland

President Trump renews his call for US control of Greenland, citing security concerns, during a NATO summit in Turkey, causing friction with European allies.

International Business Times UK

Trump revives his call for US to 'control' Greenland

Arriving at the NATO summit, the US president claimed Denmark hasn't sufficiently invested in the Arctic territory's security.

Euronews

Trump renews Greenland takeover bid at Nato summit and tears into European allies

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'Should be controlled by US, not Denmark': Trump renews Greenland claim at Nato Summit

In a recent address, President Trump highlighted his ambition for the U.S. to gain control over Greenland, citing its essential role in bolstering American national security. He pointed out that Denmark has fallen short in investing in the Arctic territory, which has adversely affected his rapport with NATO. Moreover, Trump…

The Times of India

A 650-foot mega tsunami struck Greenland, and scientists detected something even stranger afterward

In September 2023, a massive Greenland mega-tsunami sent mysterious vibrations through Earth for nine days. Scientists have now uncovered how a mountain collapse, trapped waves, and advanced satellites revealed one of the strangest natural events ever recorded.

The Economic Times

Scottish Parliament named 'prioritised partner' by Nordic Council president

VILLE Väyrynen, a Finnish MP who is currently the Nordic Council president, is presiding over an international body at a crossroads

The National (Scotland)

Greenland is part of Denmark 'for now,' US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says

The US is reported to have had 17 military facilities and more than 10,000 troops on Greenland at the height of the Cold War.

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Denmark’s Mette Frederiksen to lead four-party coalition after months of uncertainty

Social Democrat stays on for third consecutive term as PM and will outline key policies by the end of Tuesday

The Guardian - UK

First whole-genome sequence of a Greenland shark holds clues to their extreme longevity

A genomic study of Greenland sharks, thought to be the longest-lived vertebrates on the planet, is hinting at the secrets to their epic lifespan and cancer resistance.

LiveScience

Maps are powerful political tools shaping a nation’s past, present and future – counter maps allow everyday people to reclaim the narrative

Throughout time, maps have been useful tools for those in power to stake their claim over territories and markets. Politicians start nationwide redistricting battles to ensure partisan control, weakening the power of voters. The Trump administration’s geopolitical posturing over Greenland builds on a long history of imperialism aided by maps.…

The Conversation

When will the EU punch its weight in a perilous world? That’s the question countries eager to join should be asking

Twin threats from east and west have clearly made the bloc more appealing – but its rule-bound institutions need urgent attention, says Guardian foreign affairs commentator Simon Tisdall

The Guardian - UK

Trump disappointed in NATO: Plan B?

As NATO foreign ministers gather in southern Sweden, fresh questions are growing over President Trump’s commitment to the alliance. The message from Washington today came via Secretary of State Marco Rubio, amid continuing uncertainty over Article 5 — NATO’s collective defence guarantee. In recent months, President Trump has raised doubts…

France 24

Trump envoy says US should restore its 'footprint' in Greenland

The US is reported to have had 17 military facilities and more than 10,000 troops on Greenland at the height of the Cold War.

Euronews

Trump still secretly trying to exert more control over Greenland with demands that are spooking residents: report

President has expressed interest in bolstering US presence in Greenland because its location in the Arctic Circle makes it valuable for national security and natural resources

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The Conversation

Trump’s Cabinet dramatically changed American foreign policy while the president made noise – a scholar of presidential rhetoric explains

The first half of 2026 has been a chaotic time for U.S. foreign policy: new tariffs, threats to annex Greenland, the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and the struggle for control of the Strait of Hormuz.

The Economic Times

In 1831, a man digging into a Scottish sandbank found carved ivory figures that rewrote medieval history

In 1831, a man on the Isle of Lewis unearthed the remarkable Lewis Chessmen, carved from walrus ivory. These pieces reveal a sophisticated medieval global economy, with Norse traders facilitating a centuries-long supply chain from Greenland's Arctic resources to elite markets across Europe, showcasing early forms of luxury branding and…

Total Film

6 new movies and shows to watch this weekend on Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu and more (May 8–May 10)

Greenland 2: Migration, We Bury the Dead, Song of the Samurai and more essential weekend streaming picks

The Conversation

Why delaying climate action now means higher seas by 2100 – new research

Imagine your favourite sunny beach. Anywhere will do. You look out and see the ocean stretching to the horizon. To a glaciologist, that view is not just water; it’s melted ice.

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The Independent UK

US seeking to expand military presence in Greenland months after Trump threats to take over

Plans include the expansion of ports, airfields and ‘more options’ for the president should he need them

International Business Times

U.S. Reportedly Seeking Access To Three Additional Bases In Greenland, The First Expansion In Decades

The U.S. is seeking greater access to bases in Greenland, in what would be the first such expansion in decades, according to a new report.

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Donald Trump drew map of ‘Greater North America’ and yes it includes Greenland and no it wasn’t drawn with crayons

Donald Trump probably couldn't even point to Greenland on a map.

The Times of India

While US battles Iran, Denmark was preparing to deny Washington access to Greenland

European allies secretly prepared to defend Greenland from a potential US military action. Denmark, with support from France, Germany, Norway, and Sweden, planned to disable airport runways. This move signaled deep concerns over President Trump's intentions. The preparations aimed to deter any US intervention. The episode highlighted a growing trust…

Euronews

Inconclusive Danish election leaves PM Frederiksen’s future unclear

Incumbent Premier Mette Frederiksen's Social Democrats won 21.8% of the vote, their lowest share in 120 years. The left bloc won 84 seats, short of a majority. Lars Løkke Rasmussen’s moderates are now kingmakers with 14 seats as coalition talks begin.

The Times of India

Why Greenland has almost ‘no trees’ and what makes it so unusual; the reason will shock you

When we consider the land on Earth, we generally associate it with forests, greenery, and trees. However, there is a particular location on Earth where this is not the case. The location is Greenland. This is because, despite it being the biggest island in the world, there is no presence…

The Independent UK

Denmark ‘planned to blow up Greenland runways’ to stop US takeover

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