Today in News History

On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1745, Robert Calder, Scottish-English admiral (died 1818) was born. In 1881, John C. Pemberton, American general (born 1814) passed away. In 1913, Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller, Danish businessman (died 2012) was born. In 1922, Anker Jørgensen, Danish trade union leader and politician, 16th Prime Minister of Denmark (died 2016) was born. In 1941, World War II: Montenegrins begin the Trinaestojulski ustanak (Thirteenth of July Uprising), a popular revolt against the Axis powers. In 2000, Jan Karski, Polish-American activist and academic (born 1914) passed away. In 2003, French DGSE personnel abort an operation to rescue Íngrid Betancourt from FARC rebels in Colombia, causing a political scandal when details are leaked to the press. In 2008, Bronisław Geremek, Polish historian and politician, Polish Minister of Foreign Affairs (born 1932) passed away. In 2014, Alfred de Grazia, American political scientist, author, and academic (born 1919) passed away. In 2024, President of the United States Donald Trump is injured in an assassination attempt while speaking at an election campaign rally near Butler, Pennsylvania. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

‘Deal on Greenland’ key to US troops remaining in Europe, says Trump

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‘Deal on Greenland’ key to US troops remaining in Europe, says Trump

Mr Trump, speaking on his return flight from the Nato summit, has suggested Greenland, which is part of Denmark, should come under US control.

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USA TODAY

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· Jul 7, 2026

Trump says Greenland 'should be controlled' by the United States

President Trump renewed his call that the United States should control Greenland, criticizing Denmark’s support. Read more: Sign up for our newsletter for the day's top stories, from sports to movies to politics to world events: https://profile.usatoday.com/newsletters/daily-briefing/

Off The Press

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· Jul 8, 2026

Denmark PM vows to defend Greenland after Trump revives push for US control

President Donald Trump on Wednesday doubled down on his latest push for U.S. control over Greenland, saying Washington needs the Arctic island “for the protection of the world.” Speaking alongside NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on Wednesday, Trump said the self-governing Danish territory was “very important” for the U.S., “but it is not important for []...Click to read more

Sky News Australia

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· Jul 10, 2026

Donald Trump reignites threat of US takeover of ‘super strategic’ Greenland territory

Former US Marine and Republican commentator John Deaton claims Greenland is “super strategic” for the United States. US President Donald Trump has reignited the conversation around the US’s potential takeover of Greenland, saying in the current geopolitical climate, the Danish territory is a huge asset. “Trump isn’t the first president to want to acquire Greenland,” Mr Deaton told Sky News host James Morrow.

The National Memo

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· Jul 7, 2026

Trump Opens NATO Summit By Renewing Demand To Annex Greenland

President Donald Trump, earlier this year, appeared to back down from his push for Greenland to become part of the United States. But after arriving in Ankara, Turkey on Tuesday, July 7, Trump appeared determined to reopen that old wound by reiterating his ideas for Greenland.On X, Financial Times' Amy Mackinnon reported, Two hours since he touched down in Ankara for the Nato summit and Trump has reiterated that he believes Greenland 'should be controlled by the United States, not by Denmark.' He went on to say that the US could remove 'all of our soldiers out of Europe,' claiming that the continent is 'a very different place than it was 20 years ago.'Trump's desire for Greenland to become part of the United States is a sore spot for other members of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) — especially Denmark.

Times of India

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· Jul 8, 2026

'Not important for Denmark': Trump says US needs Greenland for 'protection of the world'

President Trump again urged the United States to control Greenland. He stated the Arctic island is vital for global security. Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen rejected the demand, calling Greenland not for sale. Greenland's leadership also opposes any US acquisition of the territory. This ongoing dispute strains relations between the United States and Denmark.

teleSUR English

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· Jul 7, 2026

NATO Summit: Trump Criticizes Europeans for Not Helping in the War on Iran

He has reiterated again that Greenland ‘is an important part of the United States.’ On Tuesday, U.S. President Donald Trump arrived in Ankara to participate in the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) summit, where participants are expected to increase defense spending and support for Ukraine. RELATED: NATO Summit Opens in Ankara as New Defense Deals []

Associated Press

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· Jul 7, 2026

Trump repeats that the US should 'control' Greenland

President Donald Trump said the semiautonomous island, which is part of NATO ally Denmark, is “an important part for the United States,” and that he does not intend to let Greenland be threatened by China and Russia. Subscribe: http://smarturl.it/AssociatedPress Read more: https://apnews.com​ This video may be available for archive licensing via https://newsroom.ap.org/home

Knewz

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· Jul 9, 2026

Donald Trump reiterates at NATO summit that Greenland should be controlled by the U.S.

Though he was meeting with the President of Turkey at the time, Donald Trump still has his sights and his heart set on Greenland. He told the media in early July that the semiautonomous island should be under U.S. control, a familiar refrain for POTUS. Donald Trump is pining for Greenland President Trump said Greenland...

The Daily Wire

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· Jul 8, 2026

Trump Renews Push To Own Greenland In Front Of NATO Leader

President Donald Trump reignited his campaign to claim Greenland for America, telling NATO allies gathered in Turkey on Wednesday that the frozen island matters far more to Washington than it does to Copenhagen. Trump argued that the U.S. essentially inherited responsibility for Greenland during World War II, after Nazi Germany overran Denmark in a single ...

Utusan Malaysia

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· Jul 9, 2026

Isu Greenland, Iran tentukan kehadiran tentera AS di Eropah

WASHINGTON: Presiden Amerika Syarikat (AS), Donald Trump, berkata keputusan mengenai jumlah penempatan tentera AS di Eropah bergantung kepada tindakan sekutu dalam menangani kebimbangannya berhubung isu Greenland dan perang Iran. Kenyataan itu dijangka mencetuskan kebimbangan dalam kalangan anggota Pertubuhan Perjanjian Atlantik Utara (NATO) mengenai komitmen Washington terhadap keselamatan bersama. “Saya belum membuat keputusan muktamad,” kata Trump ... Read more The post Isu Greenland, Iran tentukan kehadiran tentera AS di Eropah appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

CNN

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· Jul 8, 2026

Trump (still) wants Greenland. Why?

President Donald Trump reiterated that he would like the US to control Greenland, arguing the territory is strategically vital to American security. During a bilateral meeting ahead of the NATO summit in Ankara, Trump went on to argue that Denmark has failed to adequately invest in Greenland and warned that the island’s location makes it increasingly important as China and Russia expand their presence in the Arctic. CNN looks at why Trump thinks Greenland is so important, and the wider implications for European NATO allies. 0:00 Trump: Greenland “should be controlled by the United States” 0:25 Analyst: Why Trump feels the US is ‘entitled’ to Greenland 1:49 Fareed talks to a journalist with an inside look on Trump’s plans 4:19 How seriously did Europe take these threats? 7:54 David Sanger on Europe’s outlook Watch 24/7 live news with CNN Headlines: https://bit.ly/4eIvlTr #News #greenland #trump

The Tribune

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· Jul 7, 2026

Trump reiterates Greenland “should be controlled by US”, but adds move “would hurt relationship with NATO”

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (local time) reiterated that Greenland should be controlled by the United States, arguing that the Arctic island is strategically important for American security, CNN reported.

The Hill

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· Jul 7, 2026

Trump reopens Greenland fight as NATO summit kicks off

President Trump renewed his call for the United States to have control of Greenland soon after arriving in Turkey for the NATO summit, reopening a fight that badly frayed relations with allies earlier this year. “Greenland doesn’t help Denmark, Denmark doesn’t spend money to really help Greenland, but it’s an important part for the United...

The Economic Times

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· Jul 8, 2026

Why Trump covets Greenland

Why Trump covets Greenland

Al Bawaba

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· Jul 7, 2026

Trump says U.S. should control Greenland, hints at Europe troop pullout

ALBAWABA- U.S. President Donald Trump called for American control of Greenland, suggested the United States could withdraw its troops from Europe, and signaled openness to selling F-35 fighter jets to Turkey during a joint press conference with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on the sidelines of the NATO summit in Ankara...

Hananya Naftali

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· Jul 8, 2026

[Video] Trump spoke about Greenland in Ankara today:“That's what hurt my relationship wit [...]

Trump spoke about Greenland in Ankara today:“That's what hurt my relationship with NATO () Greenland should be controlled by the U.S., not by Denmark”(Via Visegrad 24)

Iran Herald

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· Jul 9, 2026

Trump conditions US troop presence in Europe on Greenland, Iran deals

Mildenhall [UK], July 9 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (local time) explicitly suggested that American military presence in Europe will depend entirely on whether allies cooperate on his ambitions for Greenland and support Washington's operations against Tehran.Speaking with the media aboard Air Force One at RAF Mildenhall, Trump openly framed traditional transatlantic security arrangements as a t

Brisbane Times

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· Jul 8, 2026

Donald Trump renews demands for Greenland

President Donald Trump reiterated on Tuesday that he would like the US to control Greenland, arguing the territory is strategically vital to American security.

Heimildin

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· Jul 12, 2026

Ferðaþjónusta á hjara veraldar: Grænlendingar læra af mistökum Íslendinga

Áhuginn frá Bandaríkjaforseta hefur náttúrlega komið okkur á kortið – í raun okkar Eyjafjallajökull,“ segir Inga Dóra Guðmundsdóttir, framkvæmdastjóri sjálfbærni og samskipta hjá Air Greenland. Heimsathyglin hefur beinst að Grænlandi undanfarið í kjölfar ummæla Donalds Trump Bandaríkjaforseta í janúar síðastliðnum um yfirtöku landsins. Er þetta ekki í fyrsta skipti sem Trump ágirnist stærstu eyju heimsins en á sínu fyrra kjörtímabili...

NDTV

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· Jul 7, 2026

At NATO Summit, Trump Reiterates US Should Control Greenland

Donald Trump said Greenland should be controlled by the United States, not Denmark, reaffirming a stance that has caused tensions among NATO allies just as leaders of the alliance gathered for a...

National Post

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· Jul 9, 2026

Trump says U.S. troop levels in Europe will depend on Greenland, Iran

Trump has long coveted Greenland, calling it critical to U.S. national security, and has attacked fellow NATO members over their reluctance to join the war on Iran

KSAT San Antonio

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· Jul 7, 2026

NATO unveils billions in arms deals to prove its firepower as Trump again demands Greenland

President Donald Trump insists the United States should control Greenland instead of Denmark, remarks that are likely to rattle NATO allies and raise tensions during the two-day summit in Ankara, Turkey.

WMAL – 105.9 FM – Washington DC

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· Jul 8, 2026

Trump Aims Again for Control of Greenland

By Jeff Mordock (The Washington Times) President Trump on Tuesday reiterated his desire to acquire Greenland, a declaration that will assuredly ruffle...

Ukrainska Pravda

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· Jul 6, 2026

US finds "justification" for seizing Greenland – the only way to address risks

Ahead of the NATO summit, a senior US official said that bringing Greenland under US control is currently the only way to address the long-term security risks associated with the ice-covered island belonging to the Kingdom of Denmark.

Washington Examiner

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· Jul 8, 2026

Trump revives talks of US acquiring Greenland during NATO summit

President Donald Trump stirred up his desire for the United States to acquire Greenland during a Wednesday press conference with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in Ankara, Turkey. Trump said that Greenland, a semiautonomous territory of fellow NATO member Denmark, is a “big problem for us.” “Greenland is very important to the United States, but []

Al Arabiya English

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· Jul 8, 2026

Trump says Greenland is a ‘Big Problem’

US President Donald Trump says NATO’s stance on Greenland is a “big problem” after allies showed resistance to his position that it should belong to the United States and not Denmark. #Trump #Greenland

Tampa Free Press

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· Jul 7, 2026

Trump Flags Arctic Security In Ankara, Saying US Control Of Greenland Is Long Overdue

President Donald Trump renewed his push for the United States to take control of Greenland on Tuesday, using a meeting with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan at the NATO summit to double down on his positions regarding the Arctic territory and European defense. While answering questions from reporters at the start of proceedings in the [] Trump Flags Arctic Security In Ankara, Saying US Control Of Greenland Is Long Overdue

DNyuz

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· Jul 7, 2026

Trump Says Greenland ‘Should Be Controlled by the U.S.’ as He Criticizes NATO Alliance at Summit

President Donald Trump speaks during a meeting with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan (unseen) at the NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, on July 7, 2026. —SAUL LOEB––Getty Images President Donald Trump said Greenland “should be controlled by the United States, not by Denmark,” as revisited the contentious topic at the NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, []

Loonie Politics

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· Jul 8, 2026

The Latest: Danish prime minister vows to defend Greenland during NATO summit in Turkey

Speaking at the NATO summit in Turkey a day after U.S. President Donald Trump again expressed a desire for the U.S. to control Greenland, Denmark’s Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said, “Greenland is of course not for sale.” “We hope that all, including all allies, will respect the Greenland people right for self-determination,” she said. “And [] The post The Latest: Danish prime minister vows to defend Greenland during NATO summit in Turkey appeared first on Loonie Politics.

MS NOW

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· Jul 8, 2026

Trump needlessly renews his Greenland obsession, sparking fresh pushback from U.S. allies

For the president to renew this crusade for no reason does fresh harm to his own country in exchange for nothing. The post Trump needlessly renews his Greenland obsession, sparking fresh pushback from U.S. allies appeared first on MS NOW.

Independent Journal Review

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· Jul 7, 2026

Trump Revisits Talk of US Control of Greenland

President Donald Trump revisited his belief that Greenland should be controlled by the U.S., not Denmark.

Al-Monitor

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· Jul 7, 2026

Trump says Greenland should be controlled by the US, not Denmark

ANKARA, Turkey, July 7 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that Greenland should be controlled by the United States, not Denmark, as NATO leaders gathered for a summit in Turkey. Trump's assertions that the U.S. must acquire or control Greenland, a semi-autonomous Danish territory, sparked tensions between Washington and Copenhagen - both founding NATO members - and more broadly across Europe. The issue has since moved to a diplomatic track.

The Independent

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· Jul 8, 2026

Trump covets Greenland for its location. Here's why

Greenland's strategic location above the Arctic Circle makes it a focal point in global security and trade debates

Intel Slava

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· Jul 7, 2026

🇺🇸🔹🇬🇱⚡️ — Donny in Ankara again remembered old grievances and stated that Greenland should g [...]

— Donny in Ankara again remembered old grievances and stated that Greenland should give to America.

Disclose.tv

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· Jul 8, 2026

[Video] NOW - Trump to grant Ukraine a license and teach them how to make Patriot Missiles.

NOW - Trump to grant Ukraine a license and teach them how to make Patriot Missiles.@disclosetv

Breitbart News

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· Jul 2, 2026

Trump’s Special Envoy to Greenland: It’s STILL On the Table!

President Trump’s Special Envoy to Greenland, Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry, told Alex Marlow on “The Alex Marlow Show” that President Trump is still hard after bringing Greenland into the American fold. #shorts #original

CBC News

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· Jul 7, 2026

Trump revives argument that U.S. should control Greenland as NATO leaders gather

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that the U.S., not Denmark, should control Greenland, reviving a stance that has ‌caused tensions among NATO allies just as leaders of the alliance gathered for a summit in Turkey.

NaturalNews.com

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· Jul 12, 2026

Trump Revives Greenland Purchase Push, Cites Rare Earths and NATO Tensions

(NaturalNews) President Donald Trump renewed his push for the United States to acquire Greenland during the NATO summit in The Hague on July 8, 2026, according to a...

Irish Star

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· Jul 3, 2026

'America's 250th anniversary is a celebration and, in part, an Irish story'

Writing for IrishStar.com, Ambassador of Ireland to the United States of America, Geraldine Byrne Nason, says Irish America is a keystone in the foundation of the United States

Sputnik

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· Jul 9, 2026

Trump Links US Troop Presence in Europe to Greenland Outcome

President Donald Trump has signaled that the future of American military deployments in Europe will depend in part on the outcome of territorial negotiations over Greenland, linking US security commitments to the strategic status of the Danish territory.

Atlantic Council

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· Jul 10, 2026

Trump should seize upon his NATO-Ukraine moment

Europe and Ukraine represent the US president’s greatest remaining chance at a foreign-policy legacy. The post Trump should seize upon his NATO-Ukraine moment appeared first on Atlantic Council.

Les Crises

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· Jul 2, 2026

Quelques jours avant de signer l’accord avec l’Iran, Trump promettait de s’emparer de l’île de Kharg et de ses infrastructures pétrolières

Peu après avoir proféré cette menace, le président s’est demandé si les États-Unis « avaient le courage » de mener à bien cette opération. Source : Responsible Statecraft, Connor EcholsTraduit par les lecteurs du site Les-Crises Le président Donald Trump a menacé d’envahir l’île iranienne de Kharg, afin de s’emparer des infrastructures pétrolières qui s’y []

EL PAÍS

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· Jul 7, 2026

At NATO summit, Trump renews his threats over Greenland and lashes out at European allies

The US president rails at major EU powers for failing to help him with his war against Iran, and reiterates that the Arctic island ‘should be controlled by the U.S. and not by Denmark’

Fark

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· Jul 10, 2026

Fetch your fainting couch: Trump pursued Greenland because a fawning young woman told him he should [Facepalm]

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