US, Denmark, and Greenland Sign Trilateral Security Agreement at UNGA
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What happened
Donald Trump signed a trilateral security agreement with Denmark and Greenland during the United Nations General Assembly on September 22, 2026, which allows the United States to expand its military presence in Greenland. During his address, Trump also threatened fresh strikes against Iran and called for Greenland to become part of the United States. In response to Trump calling Cuba a 'failed state,' the Cuban delegation withdrew from the session.
Why it matters
The security agreement between the United States, Denmark, and Greenland enhances collective security in the Arctic and North Atlantic region. Meanwhile, Trump's threats regarding Iran and his remarks about Cuba increase geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and the Caribbean.
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Who's involved
- Donald TrumpPresident of the United States who made statements on foreign policy
- GreenlandAutonomous territory of Denmark that signed a security agreement with the US
- CubaSovereign state whose delegation walked out in protest of Trump's remarks
- DenmarkCountry that signed a trilateral security agreement with the US and Greenland
- United NationsGlobal international organization where the agreements and statements were made
Who could feel it
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How it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Trump threatened Cuba and fresh strikes on Iran during his UN address, attended by Macron.1 source
Trump calls for Greenland to become part of the US while negotiating a security agreement with Denmark.1 source
US seeks greater military and business presence in Greenland.1 source
Trump signed a security deal with the Danish PM.1 source
Trump addressed Greenland, Denmark, Cuba, and Iran in a series of statements made on September 22, 2026.1 source
Trump announced a trilateral security agreement and discussed strengthening European collective security at UNGA.1 source
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The entities involved
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Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
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Greenland
autonomous territory of the Kingdom of Denmark and world's largest island
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Cuba
sovereign state situated on an island in the Caribbean Sea
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Denmark
country in Northern Europe and North America
Related events
- The Trump administration is actively shaping a new U.S. military deal concerning Greenland, while acknowledging Denmark's continued sovereignty over the territory.
- Trump renews threats regarding Arctic territory and engages in actions related to Iran.
- Trump insists on acquiring Greenland territory, while allies pledge to ramp up defense spending and Trump threatens to cut trade with Spain.
- Trump plans a potential military operation against Cuba as of September 25, 2026.
- Trump announced plans for territorial dominance over Greenland and Canada, while also engaging in aggressive interventions against Venezuela and Iran.
Coverage
Newest first; wire copies grouped- irishtimes.com
- dailymail.com
- indiatimes.com
- winnipegfreepress.com
- redstate.com
- aol.co.uk
- livemint.com
- torontosun.com
- business-standard.com
- newsroomamerica.com
- irishtimes.com
- newsroomamerica.com
- bbc.com
- foreignpolicy.com
- hotair.com
- wdtimes.com
- cnbc.com
- cnbc.com
- rnz.co.nz