Reports suggest Trump’s framework mirrors the longstanding agreement between the UK and Cyprus. Under it, Britain retains sovereign control over military bases in Cyprus even though the island is an independent country.
Under the Greenland proposal, the US is expected to gain sovereignty over parts of the island in a similar way. If the deal goes through, America would be able to carry out military operations, intelligence missions, and training in those areas without needing Denmark’s permission. US bases in Greenland could be recognised as American territory in the Arctic.