Trump’s Greenland Push Tests US-Europe TiesGreenland —US President Donald Trump’s efforts to take control of Greenland are causing great concern in Europe. In 2019, during his first term in office, Mr. Trump suggested that the US might buy Greenland. European leaders will be meeting to decide on how to respond to Mr. Trump’s increasing pressure. Many people see Mr. Trump’s recent attack on Venezuela as proof that he might be willing to use force against Greenland. Speaking to reporters the day after the attack, Mr. Trump said, “Let’s talk about Greenland in 20 days.”

Source: CNN January 20, 2026 18:03 UTC