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What countries are sending troops to Greenland?

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France, Sweden, Germany, the Netherlands, and Canada are sending troops to Greenland, primarily to participate in military exercises hosted by Denmark. France has explicitly announced its support for Denmark by contributing troops. These deployments are framed as efforts to strengthen Greenland's defenses within the NATO framework.

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Macron says troops will help Denmark step up exercises in Greenland

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  • Denmark sought US assurances on Greenland's sovereignty but did not receive them 12s
  • A high-level working group will address US security concerns and Danish red lines 56s
  • Denmark is increasing military exercises in Greenland 1m 35s
  • France will contribute troops to the Greenland mission in solidarity 1m 43s

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Macron says troops will help Denmark step up exercises in Greenland
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CBS News
3 hours ago
Macron says troops will help Denmark step up exercises in Greenland

French President Emmanuel Macron announced France will contribute troops to the Greenland mission in solidarity with Denmark.

Division remains over Greenland's future after White House meeting
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CBS News
3 hours ago
Division remains over Greenland's future after White House meeting

French President Emmanuel Macron announced he will send troops to Greenland in a show of solidarity with Denmark.

Several European countries and NATO allies send troops to Greenland
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France 24
5 hours ago
Several European countries and NATO allies send troops to Greenland

Troops from Sweden, Germany, France, the Netherlands, and Canada are participating in military exercises in Greenland, hosted by Denmark.

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