U.S., Danish, and Greenlandic officials met to discuss the U.S.'s interest in Greenland, a semiautonomous territory of Denmark, while Denmark and European allies are increasing troop presence to bolster the Arctic island's security. The discussions, held in Washington, D.C., revealed a "fundamental disagreement" regarding the U.S. position, according to Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen.

Despite the impasse, Løkke Rasmussen, after meeting with his Greenlandic counterpart, U.S. President JD Vance, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, indicated potential avenues for future collaboration. He stated that while the meeting did not alter the American position, it did point to ways ahead.

To seek a compromise, Denmark, Greenland, and the U.S. agreed to establish a high-level working group. Løkke Rasmussen anticipates the group will convene within weeks to explore a "common way forward." Details regarding the group's composition and specific objectives were not disclosed by Danish or Greenlandic officials. The focus, according to Løkke Rasmussen, will be on addressing U.S. security concerns while respecting Denmark's sovereignty.

The increased military presence from Denmark and its European allies serves as a signal of intent to reinforce security in Greenland. The move comes amid heightened geopolitical interest in the Arctic region, driven by its strategic location and abundant natural resources.