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Shortly after Greenland formally ceased to be a colony, the Danish authorities resorted to harsh measures to limit population growth. Here are the key facts.

»On behalf of Denmark, I apologise«: A visit to the school doctor set the case in motion

Animation: Tomas Østergren. Foto: Peter Hove Olesen

Did Denmark commit genocide with the IUD campaign in Greenland?

Two reports released on Friday offered different answers to that question. At the same time, Parliament was expected on Thursday to give final approval to a plan allowing the women to receive compensation.

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