The Danish Defence has reported a surge in activities in Greenland during August, signaling an intensified focus on the Arctic and North Atlantic regions. This heightened activity follows a period of increased international attention on Greenland.

Recent media reports highlighted concerns about the activities of three American men in Greenland, potentially involving infiltration attempts. In response, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned the US chargé d’affaires in Denmark for a meeting.

August also saw several exercises conducted with NATO allies. A German naval vessel visited Nuuk, and the French ship Fulmar, from the French Navy, also made a visit. These visits from NATO allies underscore the commitment of member states to ensuring stability in the Arctic.

Allied forces participated in the Canadian Operation Nanook Tuugaalik 2025, aimed at enhancing their ability to protect North America from hybrid threats. These activities build upon French President’s visit to Greenland in June.

In June, Denmark established a partnership with Germany, Canada, and Norway focusing on maritime security in the North Atlantic. Interest in Greenland surged after former US President Donald Trump expressed interest in gaining control over the territory. Trump has also criticized Denmark’s stewardship of Greenland, raising concerns about Russian and Chinese activities in the Arctic. Earlier this year, US Vice President J.D. Vance visited the American military base Pituffik in Greenland. Both Greenland and Denmark have consistently rejected any possibility of the US gaining control over Greenland.