President Trump delivered a sharply worded speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos today, escalating tensions with Europe over Greenland and trade. He asserted the United States alone can guarantee the island’s security, a statement made just before European Union leaders convene to discuss potential tariffs in response to Denmark’s refusal to cede control of the territory.
“No nation or group of nations can keep Greenland safe outside the United States,” Trump stated. He added, however, “I don’t have to use force, I don’t wont to use force, I won’t use force.”
While this marked the first instance of Trump explicitly dismissing military intervention, his remarks failed to fully alleviate concerns among European diplomats in Brussels. The threat of tariffs looms large as EU leaders prepare to address the situation.
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- What were the main themes of Trump’s speech?
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