Denmark Denies Choosing Music for US-Greenland Security Pact Ceremony

Denmark Denies Choosing Music for US-Greenland Security Pact Ceremony

Denmark said it had no role in selecting the song “Send in the Clowns” that was played before the signing of the United States-Denmark-Greenland security pact on 18 September in New York. The pact, announced by President Donald Trump and signed by leaders of the United States, Denmark and Greenland, expands U. S.

military access in Greenland, granting long-term security rights, allowing the reactivation of a former base at Narsarsuaq and the opening of a new facility at Mestersvig, and places Arctic defence under NATO oversight. Earlier reports detailed the agreement’s provisions, including restrictions on non-NATO activity and affirmation of Danish sovereignty.

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Verdict: Partial Confidence: 59% Claims: 2
At a glance

The claim that Denmark and Greenland stated the pending agreement allowing a larger US military presence in Greenland will not affect the territory's sovereignty is partially confirmed. The claim that Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey dismissed the new US-Denmark Arctic security agreement as a symbolic victory for President Trump has insufficient evidence.

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September 28, 2026
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Denmark denies involvement in music choice at US-Greenland security pact ceremony
Denmark denies involvement in music choice at US-Greenland security pact ceremony

Euronews.com • 28 Sep 09:19

Fact-checkers found no evidence that Danish officials selected the song "Send in the Clowns" played before the signing of the US-Denmark-Greenland security agreement, contrary to claims circulating on social media.

Credibility 72% Manip. 8% Center
September 27, 2026
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U.S. expands military presence in Greenland under new Denmark agreement
U.S. expands military presence in Greenland under new Denmark agreement

Fox News • 27 Sep 12:55

President Trump signed a security pact with Denmark and Greenland that broadens U.S. military activities on the island while keeping it under Danish sovereignty, amid interest in the region's mineral and energy potential.

Credibility 45% Manip. 35% Right
September 24, 2026
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U.S. and Greenland sign new defense pact, boosting island's autonomy
U.S. and Greenland sign new defense pact, boosting island's autonomy

Fortune • 24 Sep 12:44

A defense agreement signed at the United Nations expands U.S. military cooperation with Greenland and marks a step toward greater self-governance for the island, while easing tensions that had strained NATO relations.

Credibility 72% Manip. 12% Center
September 23, 2026
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U.S., Denmark and Greenland Sign Agreement Updating 1951 Arctic Security Pact
U.S., Denmark and Greenland Sign Agreement Updating 1951 Arctic Security Pact

politico.eu • 23 Sep 03:00

The United States, Denmark and Greenland have signed a treaty that amends a 1951 security arrangement, granting U.S. military access to two Greenland sites and establishing rules for future installations.

Credibility 72% Manip. 32% Center
September 22, 2026
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U.S., Denmark and Greenland sign security pact expanding American military access
U.S., Denmark and Greenland sign security pact expanding American military access

CBS News • 22 Sep 19:21

The three governments approved a new agreement that grants the United States broad rights to operate in Greenland’s airspace and to expand existing bases, while affirming Danish sovereignty.

Credibility 72% Manip. 35% Center
United States, Denmark and Greenland sign defence pact permitting two new bases
United States, Denmark and Greenland sign defence pact permitting two new bases

BBC • 22 Sep 18:43

The United States, Denmark and Greenland agreed to a defence arrangement that allows Washington to build two additional military installations in Greenland while confirming Danish sovereignty.

Credibility 78% Manip. 12% Center
U.S. and Denmark sign agreement to expand military presence in Greenland
U.S. and Denmark sign agreement to expand military presence in Greenland

politico.eu • 22 Sep 17:28

President Donald Trump and Danish leaders approved a new pact that adds two U.S. bases in Greenland and tightens restrictions on non-NATO activities, while reaffirming Danish sovereignty.

Credibility 12% Manip. 48% Right
United States to Open Two Military Bases in Greenland Under New Denmark Agreement
United States to Open Two Military Bases in Greenland Under New Denmark Agreement

Al Jazeera • 22 Sep 14:34

The United States will establish two new bases in Greenland after a deal with Denmark and Greenland is signed at the UN General Assembly, a move officials say respects Greenlandic sovereignty.

Credibility 72% Manip. 32% Center
Trump, Denmark and Greenland to sign agreement expanding U.S. military sites
Trump, Denmark and Greenland to sign agreement expanding U.S. military sites

Reuters • 22 Sep 06:47

U.S. President Donald Trump will meet Danish and Greenlandic leaders in New York to sign a deal that adds two new U.S. military installations on Greenland, aiming to strengthen Arctic security under NATO oversight.

Credibility 78% Manip. 10% Center
U.S. to Reactivate Former Greenland Base Under New Arctic Security Pact
U.S. to Reactivate Former Greenland Base Under New Arctic Security Pact

CNBC • 22 Sep 05:00

The United States, Denmark and Greenland are set to sign a security agreement that will see a Cold War-era base in southern Greenland reopened and forces stationed at an eastern outpost, aiming to limit non-NATO activity in the region.

Credibility 72% Manip. 32% Center
September 21, 2026
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United States to Reactivate Former Base and Open New Facility in Greenland
United States to Reactivate Former Base and Open New Facility in Greenland

Reuters • 21 Sep 23:51

The United States will re-establish a Cold War-era base at Narsarsuaq and open a second installation at Mestersvig in Greenland under an agreement to be signed with Denmark and Greenland on Tuesday.

Credibility 72% Manip. 9% Center
Denmark, Greenland and U.S. to sign Arctic security pact under NATO oversight
Denmark, Greenland and U.S. to sign Arctic security pact under NATO oversight

Reuters • 21 Sep 09:06

Denmark, Greenland and the United States will sign a security agreement in New York that places Arctic defence responsibilities with NATO rather than solely with the United States or Denmark.

Credibility 72% Manip. 9% Center
U.S.-Denmark Greenland security pact lifts shares of listed Arctic firms
U.S.-Denmark Greenland security pact lifts shares of listed Arctic firms

CNBC • 21 Sep 08:47

Shares of U.S.-listed companies with exposure to Greenland jumped after Washington, Copenhagen and Nuuk announced a security agreement to expand the U.S. military presence on the island.

Credibility 71% Manip. 12% Center
Trump shares globe image claiming control of hemisphere, draws criticism on social media
Trump shares globe image claiming control of hemisphere, draws criticism on social media

HuffPost • 21 Sep 06:51

President Donald Trump posted an illustration of himself over a globe with the caption “His Hemisphere,” prompting backlash online as the United States recently expanded its military presence in Greenland.

Credibility 68% Manip. 35% Left
September 20, 2026
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UK and Denmark welcome US-Arctic security deal ahead of Burnham's Trump meeting
UK and Denmark welcome US-Arctic security deal ahead of Burnham's Trump meeting

BBC • 20 Sep 17:25

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham and Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen praised a new US-Denmark agreement on Arctic security, while Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey dismissed it as a symbolic victory for President Trump.

Credibility 71% Manip. 27% Center
September 19, 2026
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Denmark and Greenland affirm sovereignty amid US military agreement for Arctic security
Denmark and Greenland affirm sovereignty amid US military agreement for Arctic security

theguardian.com • 19 Sep 22:08

Denmark and Greenland say a pending deal allowing a larger US military presence in Greenland will not affect the territory's sovereignty, while NATO welcomes the arrangement.

Credibility 78% Manip. 9% Center
Denmark and Greenland affirm US security pact will not affect sovereignty
Denmark and Greenland affirm US security pact will not affect sovereignty

Al Jazeera • 19 Sep 20:04

Denmark and Greenland say a forthcoming agreement with the United States will give Washington security control in Greenland without compromising the territory’s sovereignty, and plan to sign it at the UN General Assembly.

Credibility 68% Manip. 30% Center
Denmark and Greenland Say US Military Deal Preserves Sovereignty
Denmark and Greenland Say US Military Deal Preserves Sovereignty

Reuters • 19 Sep 18:33

Denmark and Greenland affirmed that a pending agreement with the United States to expand a military presence will not compromise Greenland's sovereignty, despite earlier statements by President Trump about permanent U.S. control.

Credibility 78% Manip. 12% Center
U.S. and Denmark to formalize expanded military presence in Greenland
U.S. and Denmark to formalize expanded military presence in Greenland

NPR • 19 Sep 04:44

The United States, Denmark and Greenland agreed to a deal that will increase U.S. military activities in Greenland while affirming Danish sovereignty, with a signing slated for the UN General Assembly.

Credibility 68% Manip. 30% Center
Trump says US-Denmark-Greenland pact grants permanent security control
Trump says US-Denmark-Greenland pact grants permanent security control

Al Jazeera • 19 Sep 01:16

President Donald Trump claimed the United States secured a deal with Denmark and Greenland that provides permanent U.S. control over security, while Danish and Greenlandic leaders said the agreement awaits parliamentary approval.

Credibility 65% Manip. 32% Center
September 18, 2026
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U.S. and Denmark sign agreement granting United States security authority in Greenland
U.S. and Denmark sign agreement granting United States security authority in Greenland

NBC News • 18 Sep 23:45

President Donald Trump announced a bilateral agreement with Denmark that gives the United States long-term security rights in Greenland, including restrictions on non-NATO military presence and investments.

Credibility 32% Manip. 48% Center
United States and Denmark finalize security agreement on Greenland
United States and Denmark finalize security agreement on Greenland

BBC • 18 Sep 22:58

The United States and Denmark announced a security pact covering Greenland, citing strengthened Arctic defense while awaiting parliamentary approval.

Credibility 72% Manip. 28% Center
U.S. and Denmark agree to expand military activities in Greenland
U.S. and Denmark agree to expand military activities in Greenland

CNBC • 18 Sep 21:34

President Trump announced a new agreement with Denmark that would allow the United States to increase its military presence in Greenland, building on an existing defense pact.

Credibility 48% Manip. 28% Center
U.S., Denmark and Greenland Agree to Expand American Military Presence on the Island
U.S., Denmark and Greenland Agree to Expand American Military Presence on the Island

Reuters • 18 Sep 21:13

The United States, Denmark and Greenland signed an agreement that allows the U.S. to increase its military footprint in Greenland and bars adversary nations from establishing bases or making sensitive investments without U.S. approval.

Credibility 72% Manip. 8% Center