Germany will take part in a multinational reconnaissance mission in Greenland to assess possible military contributions to regional security, the Defense Ministry said Wednesday.
At Denmark’s invitation, a 13‑member Bundeswehr team will join personnel from several European nations for the mission. The group is scheduled to depart for Nuuk, Greenland’s capital, on Thursday morning, the ministry said.
The mission will examine conditions for potential German support to Denmark in the Arctic region, including capabilities such as maritime surveillance.
Denmark’s Defense Ministry confirmed Wednesday that it is increasing its military presence in and around Greenland in coordination with NATO allies. Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson said Sweden has also sent military personnel at Denmark’s request, while Norway announced it is dispatching two staff members to help “map out the further cooperation between allies.”
Greenland, a self‑governing territory within the Kingdom of Denmark, relies on Copenhagen for defense and foreign policy. The United States operates a military base on the island. Since returning to office in 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump has repeatedly voiced interest in “obtaining” Greenland and has recently intensified that rhetoric.
