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Trump announces plans for major oil, gas and mineral exploration in Greenland

DW14 October 2026, 10:00 UTCGreenland

The US president has claimed Greenland holds vast and easily accessible oil reserves without providing evidence or details. His announcement follows a deal expanding the US military presence on the Arctic island.

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