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Denmark Had Plan to Destroy Greenland Runways if US Invaded
First article: 19 mar. 2026, 14:10
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Last update: 20 mar. 2026, 13:27
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According to a report in the Financial Times, Denmark had a secret contingency plan to destroy runways in Greenland in the event of a US invasion. This plan, dating back to the Cold War era, was intended to prevent the United States from establishing a strategic military presence on the island. The revelation highlights the complex geopolitical dynamics surrounding Greenland and its relationship with both Denmark and the US.Articles about this topic
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Denmark was ready to blow up Greenland runways if US invaded
Danish soldiers sent to Arctic island in January were also given blood supplies in case of combat
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Danish public broadcaster DR said it had seen a military operations order dated 13 January that described an operation organising the defence of Greenland.
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Foto: BBC UK
Denmark planned to blow up Greenland runways if US invaded, reports say
Denmark's public broadcaster reports that the US operation to seize Venezuela's leader sparked fears it would act against Greenland.
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Foto: The Independent
Danish military importing blood bags and explosives to Greenland amid lingering fears of U.S. invasion
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