Trump says oil, gas and mineral exploration to begin in Greenland

What happened: US President Donald Trump said on Truth Social that "massive" oil, gas and mineral exploration is set to begin in Greenland, a self-governing Danish territory. He gave no details of potential US involvement. Why it matters: The post follows a security deal with Denmark and Greenland expanding the US military role there, including two new bases and the planned "Golden Dome" missile defence system. Greenland and Danish leaders had no immediate comment. Key numbers: The security deal was reached last month and ended a crisis of almost two years. Coverage: 8 outlets in 24h

US President Donald Trump said on Truth Social that "massive" oil, gas and mineral exploration is set to begin in Greenland, a self-governing Danish territory. He gave no details of potential US involvement.

The post follows a security deal with Denmark and Greenland expanding the US military role there, including two new bases and the planned "Golden Dome" missile defence system. Greenland and Danish leaders had no immediate comment. Key numbers: The security deal was reached last month and ended a crisis of almost two years.