The US is putting more emphasis on its military presence in Greenland. The recent remarks give the impression that a US fighter jet could be stationed at an important military base on the island. This issue has not only gained but also heightened the international interest and fear in the region.
NORAD Acknowledges Intended Deployment
- The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) declared that a military aircraft will be moved to Thule Air Base, which is also called Pituffik Space Base, in Greenland. NORAD is a defense agency that is the result of a partnership between the US and Canada.
- NORAD reports the military deployment is an integration of its Arctic defense strategy over the long run. The agency made it clear that the exercise would be in collaboration with the governments of Canada and Denmark. The NORAD also mentioned that the government in Greenland was alerted beforehand. However, Denmark has yet to make an official statement on this.
Greater Military Activity Heightens Tension
- The military build-up in the region has led to the conclusion that Denmark has decided to step up its military presence in Greenland reports say after these events. Moreover, some international news sources have reported that troops and military hardware were shipped to the island on Monday by three planes.
- The above-mentioned steps have resulted in fears of tension escalation in the area. The watchful eyes of the observers are now turned towards the future pronouncements and actions of the US ruling elite as these may further dictate the order of things in Greenland.
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