The Greenland Crisis is Over. Was It Worth It?

After nearly two years of threats and diplomatic tensions, the US, Denmark, and Greenland have signed a deal. Washington gets expanded military bases and investment oversight, while Danish sovereignty remains intact. But given the damage to NATO relations and America's reputation, was this crisis worth it? The Arctic competition continues.

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