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 global: Partiel Confiance: 59% Affirmations: 2
Résumé

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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28 septembre 2026
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Fact check: Did Denmark play 'Send in the Clowns' song before signing US-Greenland security deal?
Fact check: Did Denmark play 'Send in the Clowns' song before signing US-Greenland security deal?

Euronews.com • 28 sept. 09h19

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.

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27 septembre 2026
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Trump's Greenland obsession isn’t random. Here’s what’s at stake
Trump's Greenland obsession isn’t random. Here’s what’s at stake

Fox News • 27 sept. 12h55

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.

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24 septembre 2026
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Trump's Greenland ambitions almost broke NATO. Instead, the island got a bigger say in its future
Trump's Greenland ambitions almost broke NATO. Instead, the island got a bigger say in its future

Fortune • 24 sept. 12h44

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.

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23 septembre 2026
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Trump’s Greenland deal, explained
Trump’s Greenland deal, explained

politico.eu • 23 sept. 03h00

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.

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22 septembre 2026
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Trump signs Greenland deal giving U.S. broad military authority on the island
Trump signs Greenland deal giving U.S. broad military authority on the island

CBS News • 22 sept. 19h21

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.

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US to build two military bases in Greenland under new deal with Denmark
US to build two military bases in Greenland under new deal with Denmark

BBC • 22 sept. 18h43

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.

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Trump signs ‘fantastic’ Greenland security deal with Denmark
Trump signs ‘fantastic’ Greenland security deal with Denmark

politico.eu • 22 sept. 17h28

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.

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Where is the US opening new military bases in Greenland?
Where is the US opening new military bases in Greenland?

Al Jazeera • 22 sept. 14h34

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.

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Trump, Greenland, Denmark to sign deal in bid to end Arctic standoff
Trump, Greenland, Denmark to sign deal in bid to end Arctic standoff

Reuters • 22 sept. 06h47

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.

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U.S. to reopen Cold War-era military base in Greenland security deal
U.S. to reopen Cold War-era military base in Greenland security deal

CNBC • 22 sept. 05h00

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.

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21 septembre 2026
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US to open two new military bases in Greenland, sources say
US to open two new military bases in Greenland, sources say

Reuters • 21 sept. 23h51

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.

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Denmark says NATO shares responsibility for Arctic security under Greenland deal
Denmark says NATO shares responsibility for Arctic security under Greenland deal

Reuters • 21 sept. 09h06

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.

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U.S.-listed Greenland stocks surge after Denmark security deal
U.S.-listed Greenland stocks surge after Denmark security deal

CNBC • 21 sept. 08h47

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.

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Critics Rip ‘Sick’ Trump After Unsettling New Post
Critics Rip ‘Sick’ Trump After Unsettling New Post

HuffPost • 21 sept. 06h51

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.

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20 septembre 2026
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Burnham hails Greenland deal ahead of first Trump meeting in US
Burnham hails Greenland deal ahead of first Trump meeting in US

BBC • 20 sept. 17h25

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.

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19 septembre 2026
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Denmark and Greenland say US military agreement will not compromise Arctic territory’s sovereignty
Denmark and Greenland say US military agreement will not compromise Arctic territory’s sovereignty

theguardian.com • 19 sept. 22h08

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.

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Denmark says ‘binding’ US deal on Greenland won’t compromise sovereignty
Denmark says ‘binding’ US deal on Greenland won’t compromise sovereignty

Al Jazeera • 19 sept. 20h04

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.

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Greenland, Denmark say Trump deal won't compromise sovereignty
Greenland, Denmark say Trump deal won't compromise sovereignty

Reuters • 19 sept. 18h33

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.

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US and Denmark reach deal to build US military presence in Greenland
US and Denmark reach deal to build US military presence in Greenland

NPR • 19 sept. 04h44

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.

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Trump claims deal with Denmark gives US ‘permanent control’ over Greenland
Trump claims deal with Denmark gives US ‘permanent control’ over Greenland

Al Jazeera • 19 sept. 01h16

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.

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18 septembre 2026
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Trump announces agreement with Denmark to secure ‘permanent’ control over Greenland’s security
Trump announces agreement with Denmark to secure ‘permanent’ control over Greenland’s security

NBC News • 18 sept. 23h45

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.

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US and Denmark reach deal over Greenland's security after Trump threats
US and Denmark reach deal over Greenland's security after Trump threats

BBC • 18 sept. 22h58

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

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U.S. to build large military presence in Greenland
U.S. to build large military presence in Greenland

CNBC • 18 sept. 21h34

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.

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US and Denmark reach deal on Greenland, Trump says
US and Denmark reach deal on Greenland, Trump says

Reuters • 18 sept. 21h13

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.

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