President Donald Trump announced a security agreement with the Kingdom of Denmark and Greenland that grants the United States permanent control over the island's defense and security needs. The "Infinite Life" deal prohibits non-NATO countries from establishing military bases, maintaining troop presences, or making sensitive investments without written U.S. approval. Washington will begin developing a larger military presence on the island immediately at no cost to the U.S. government.

Denmark and Greenland officials state the agreement strengthens Arctic and North Atlantic security while preserving Danish sovereignty and Greenland's right to self-determination. The deal, which marks a shift from Trump's previous push to acquire the territory, requires parliamentary approval before taking effect. The three parties plan to sign the agreement next week at the UN General Assembly.