# Arctic security
Latest news and articles about Arctic security
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Canada’s Fighter Pick at Crossroads: Saab’s Hybrid Fleet Proposal Ups the Stakes in F-35 Debate
Canada’s long-running fighter replacement programme is back in flux after Sweden’s Saab proposed a mixed fleet that would pair retained F-35s with Gripen E jets and GlobalEye AWACS. The offer emphasises lower acquisition and operating costs and promises local production and technology transfer, forcing Ottawa to weigh alliance interoperability and American political sensitivities against industrial sovereignty, Arctic surveillance needs and budget pressures.
Denmark Seeks Calm as NATO Drills and Troop Deployments Raise Stakes in Greenland
Denmark says it will continue talks with the United States while prioritising de-escalation, even as it hosts a long-running multinational NATO exercise in Greenland and moves troops and temporary military zones onto the island. The parallel tracks of diplomacy and military preparation underscore Greenland’s rising strategic importance and raise risks of miscalculation among allies and rivals.
Trump Says NATO Has Agreed Arctic Framework on Greenland, Pauses Feb. 1 Tariffs
President Trump said he and NATO Secretary‑General Mark Rutte agreed on a framework for Arctic cooperation focused on Greenland and has paused tariffs due February 1. NATO confirmed productive discussions on Arctic security, but concrete details and buy‑in from Denmark and Greenland remain unclear.
Trump Elevates Dutch Leader Over Danish Officials in Davos as Greenland Row Widens
At Davos, President Trump said he would prefer to discuss a potential U.S. purchase of Greenland directly with the Dutch leader present, downplaying Danish officials, as Copenhagen rejected any talks. The comments reignited diplomatic tension over Greenland’s strategic value, prompting swift EU consultations and underlining strains in transatlantic relations.
Greenland’s Premier Urges Caution as Arctic Tensions Rise — Says U.S. Use of Force Unlikely but Preparation Needed
Greenland’s premier said U.S. military seizure of the island is unlikely but warned that Nuuk must prepare for all scenarios, strengthen defence arrangements, and deepen cooperation with Denmark and European allies. He criticised a social-media image of an American flag on Greenland as disrespectful and cautioned against foreign-instigated political unrest.
Trump Declares Greenland Bid 'Irreversible' as Europe Mobilises Against U.S. Pressure
President Trump declared the U.S. pursuit of Greenland "irreversible," refusing to rule out force and threatening tariffs on European countries that oppose the acquisition. The remarks provoked swift condemnation from European leaders, prompted an EU emergency summit and raised questions about NATO cohesion, Arctic security, and the use of economic coercion in foreign policy.
NORAD Sends Aircraft to Pituffik — A Signal of Bolstered Arctic Defence Cooperation
NORAD has announced that multiple aircraft will deploy to the Pituffik (Thule) Space Base in Greenland to support planned missions, coordinated with Denmark and notified to Greenland’s government. The move underlines routine operational cooperation among the United States, Canada and Denmark while signalling allied attention to the strategically important Arctic region.
Germany’s Quiet Pullback from Greenland Raises Questions About European Arctic Strategy
Germany abruptly withdrew military personnel from Greenland after a brief presence in Nuuk, a move confirmed by the German Defence Ministry that followed cancelled flights and inconsistent reporting about troop numbers. The withdrawal highlights diplomatic sensitivities in the Arctic, where Danish sovereignty, U.S. bases, and rising great-power competition complicate European security initiatives.
Europe Pushes Back: Eight Nations Unite After U.S. Threatens Tariffs to Win Greenland
The U.S. announced escalating tariffs on imports from eight European countries to pressure Denmark over Greenland, prompting a united European rebuke and a pledge of coordinated response. The dispute risks triggering trade retaliation, straining NATO ties and accelerating European moves toward greater strategic autonomy.
Temporary Military Zone Near Nuuk Signals Growing Arctic Logistics and Security Posture
Greenlandic authorities approved a temporary military storage zone in Nuuk's Qinngorput district to hold equipment, fenced and patrolled for security. The decision — likely driven by Danish or allied requirements — reflects broader increases in Arctic logistical and defence activity amid intensifying strategic competition in the region.
Trump Threatens 25% Tariffs on Eight European States Until U.S. ‘Buys’ Greenland, Sparking Transatlantic Alarm
President Trump has announced tariffs of 10% rising to 25% on goods from eight European countries until the U.S. secures a deal to buy Greenland, prompting unified condemnation from European leaders and plans in Brussels to use legal and policy tools in response. The move raises the stakes for transatlantic ties, Arctic security and global trade governance.
Denmark Invites US to Greenland Drills as NATO Rebuilds Presence in the Arctic
Denmark has invited the United States to join military exercises in Greenland as NATO countries increase their Arctic presence. Copenhagen is expanding its northern defences and seeking allied cooperation amid heightened strategic competition in the region.