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How are Danes reacting to the US-Greenland security deal?

Euronews World · 2026-09-24

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• What happened: Danes in Copenhagen expressed mixed reactions to a new US-Greenland security deal signed by President Donald Trump during the UN General Assembly. • Why it matters: The agreement aims to enhance Arctic defense and cooperation between the US and Denmark, but it has raised concerns among some citizens about safety and the implications of closer ties. • What to watch next: Monitor public opinion in Denmark regarding the deal and any potential developments in US-Denmark relations, particularly in the context of Arctic security.

Loading the video Denmark Video. How are Danes reacting to the US-Greenland security deal? Copy/paste the link below: Copy/paste the article video embed link below: Updated: 24/09/2026 - 14:25 GMT+2 People in Copenhagen have given mixed reactions to a new security deal signed by US President Donald Trump and the leaders of Denmark and Greenland on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Some Danes welcomed the agreement, saying closer cooperation with the US could help strengthen Arctic defence and ease tensions. But others remain sceptical. “I don’t feel safe,” said psychotherapist Maj Mortensen, while software engineer Mads Johnson said cooperation with the US was important because the two countries remain allies. Greenland Denmark United States Top stories Now playing Next How are Danes reacting to the US-Greenland security deal? Now playing Next Udi Christians worship at Azerbaijan's Karabakh monasteries Now playing Next Turkey Iran border crossing hit by severe truck delays Now playing Next Latest news bulletin | September 24th, 2026 – Midday Now playing Next Crowds celebrate Saudi National Day with flags, performances and military parade Now playing Next Hurricane Polo brings powerful waves to Mexico's Pacific coast Now playing Next Trump welcomes Xi Jinping with red carpet, military honours and flyover Now playing Next El Niño transforms Atacama desert as thousands of hectares burst into bloom Now playing Next Trump tells countries to quit ICC, EU defence chief speaks to Euronews Now playing Next Who can afford to live in Greece? The Ring in Athens Now playing Next Meet the photographer who lives at the top of Mount Fuji Now playing Next Pezeshkian tells UN Iran will not be bullied but will negotiate Now playing Next 'Palantir is a great company', EU defence chief tells Euronews Now playing Next Wave of AI videos showing far-right protests in Europe spreads online Now playing Next Energy expert warns higher prices will drive up food costs Now playing Next EU must 'act now' over Trump's attack on ICC, MEP Chloé Ridel says ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT USA Judge orders Trump to restore CNN, Politico and MS NOW's access to White House Iran Pezeshkian tells UN Iran will not be bullied but will negotiate Ukraine Kyiv and Washington want war in Ukraine to end 'before winter,' Zelenskyy says Japan At least four dead and six missing in Japan day after Typhoon Dujuan made landfall Europe Today UN to protect statehood of disappearing island nations Culture news Carrara marble: Can a sculpture created by an AI robot be considered as art ? Europe Today Europe Today: Trump tells countries to quit ICC, EU defence chief speaks to Euronews Tech News Albanese says OpenAI hacked government health website in 'obviously unacceptable' breach Earth News Is the EU's electricity ‘diverse’ enough? Renewables slip year-on-year despite huge solar boom Europe News Volodymyr Zelenskyy calls for continued pressure on Russia at UN General Assembly Europe News Police clash with protesters in Madrid following forced eviction of 'Maricarmen' The Ring Who can afford to live in Greece? Political showdown in Athens on The Ring ADVERTISEMENT No Comment Syria's first women graduate from new police academy The Europe Conversation Rebalancing of trade with China 'existential' for EU, Commissioner Séjourné tells Euronews Europe News Millions in cash found hidden behind walls in anti-mafia raid near Naples No Comment Giant dancing gorilla becomes hit at Lahore university event Qatar in Motion Discover how Qatar is building a future-ready smart city Europe News One Single Planet: French photographer Yann Arthus-Bertrand on his 'Vivre Ensemble' portraits No Comment Rome’s Colosseum glows pink for breast cancer prevention campaign Economy Higher fuel bills are costing the EU €270 million a day on average, report says ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT

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