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Vice President Vance Visits Greenland's U.S. Base Amid Heightened Tensions

The scaled-back trip follows protests and diplomatic backlash over U.S. rhetoric on annexing Greenland, with local and Danish leaders reaffirming their opposition.

Vice President JD Vance speaks at Marine Corps Air Station Quantico during a tour Wednesday, March 26, 2025, in Quantico, Va. (AP Photo/Rod Lamkey, Jr.)
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Overview

  • Vice President JD Vance and his wife Usha visited the U.S. military base at Pituffik in Greenland, following significant protests and a revised itinerary to avoid diplomatic violations.
  • Greenland's new coalition government was announced today, uniting four of five political parties to oppose U.S. annexation efforts promoted by President Trump.
  • President Trump reiterated his desire for U.S. control over Greenland, citing national security and Arctic strategic interests, while dismissing local opposition.
  • Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen and Greenlandic leaders condemned the U.S. rhetoric, emphasizing Greenland's sovereignty and self-determination.
  • Russian President Vladimir Putin called U.S. plans for Greenland 'serious' and linked them to historical ambitions, while warning of escalating Arctic geopolitical tensions.