Denmark prepared for possible US attack in January

In January, Denmark prepared for a potential US attack on Greenland, fearing President Donald Trump might seize the territory by force. Danish soldiers were deployed with explosives to destroy runways in Nuuk and Kangerlussuaq to prevent American military landings, alongside blood supplies for potential combat casualties.

Although no concrete intelligence confirmed specific attack plans, Danish officials viewed the situation as critical. Seeking to defend the Danish Realm, Denmark formed a European alliance with partners including France and Germany. Consequently, several NATO and Nordic allies sent soldiers to Greenland. Denmark aimed to avoid escalation while refusing to yield to a potential attack. Sources indicate that European allies provided significant backing, with one official stating they would do almost anything Denmark requested to manage the crisis.