Denmark Planned to Blow Up Greenland Runways: Report
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Key Points:
- In response to President Trump's refusal to rule out using force to claim Greenland, Denmark deployed troops to the island in January with orders that included destroying key runways to prevent a potential US military takeover.
- The operation, called "Operation Arctic Endurance," involved a mixed force from Denmark, France, Germany, Norway, and Sweden, with the real mission focused on preparing for a possible US move on Greenland.
- European allies, including France and Germany, supported Denmark's plan to make any US invasion attempt costly and dangerous, despite acknowledging their limited chances of defeating the US military.
- Concerns about a US invasion grew after the US raid in Venezuela on January 3, fueling fears that the US might attempt a similar move on Greenland
