Top EU official blasts Trump for going back on his word after Greenland threats: ‘A deal is a deal’ Another European leader warned: ‘International law, it's not a game’ The Independent UK · Jan 20
Trump’s Greenland pressure stokes fears of economic hit European leaders hinted at action to respond to Donald Trump’s tariff threats as Rachel Reeves pleaded for cool heads. The Independent UK · Jan 20
Donald Trump paints his dream of a terrifying future – and the world is no longer laughing It is no longer a good idea to expect the president to respect any boundaries, legal or ethical. We Got This Covered · Jan 20
Over 200,000 sign Danish petition to buy California from U.S. and even rename Disneyland The petition includes a plan to rename Los Angeles to ‘Løs Ångeles’ and a promise of ‘colossal freedom’ to California The Independent UK · Jan 20
‘Trump not welcome’: Protesters burn US flag in Switzerland ahead of president’s Davos trip US president is facing widespread backlash across Europe as he pushes to take Greenland from Denmark The Independent UK · Jan 20
Ruben Gallego Slams Trump Over Bid To Take Over Greenland: 'He Is Not Rational Right Now' Democratic Sen. Ruben Gallego again slammed President Donald Trump, this time over his bid to take over Greenland. Latin Times · Jan 20
NORAD says US planes will soon arrive in Greenland - but its for long-planned activities with Denmark approval NORAD said such activities — which come amid heightened tensions resulting from Trump’s overtures — are routine The Independent UK · Jan 20
'A moment of truth for the EU', says former head of European Council US President Donald Trump has threatened to annex Greenland and impose hefty tariffs on a number of EU countries, including France, if they continue to oppose the move. In an interview with RFI one year after Trump's return to the White House, Charles Michel, former president of the European Council… Radio France Internationale · Jan 20
Greenland’s tragedy: the dream of independence now looks like a trap laid by Donald Trump Denmark and its former colony have a complex relationship, but for now they must speak with one voice against US colonial ambitions, says Rune Lykkeberg, editor-in-chief of the Danish newspaper Information The Guardian - UK · Jan 20
Catholic cardinals warn US foreign policy under Trump risks global suffering Church leaders cite Greenland threats, Venezuela action and aid cuts as undermining human dignity and peace The Guardian - US · Jan 20
Might is right: US ‘foreign policy’ held hostage to mad king Trump’s whims Increasingly unpopular at home, a president obsessed by his legacy has turned his scattergun on the world stage The Guardian - UK · Jan 20
Donroe Plus: Saunas, steak, mandatory national service, rounding up mean internet posters, and more... Reason · Jan 20
Trump Shares Private Conversation With Macron, Who Urged Him to Discuss Greenland Over Paris Dinner French President Emmanuel Macron questioned US President Donald Trump's growing interest in Greenland in a text exchange, proposing a private dinner and a multilateral G7 discussion to address Arctic security. International Business Times UK · Jan 20
Trump Shares AI-Altered Map with Canada, Greenland, Venezuela as Part of the U.S. President Donald Trump shared images on his Truth Social platform depicting Canada, Greenland and Venezuela as part of United States territory. Latin Times · Jan 20
We Got This Covered · Jan 20 Donald Trump’s week begins with China publicly destroying his logic for chaos Trump's excuse didn’t even make it past the opening line.
Evening Standard · Jan 20 Taoiseach should visit White House amid Greenland row – Government minister The Minister for Social Protection said, if invited, the Taoiseach should visit the White House on St Patrick’s Day.
Euronews · Jan 20 We prefer respect over bullies, Macron says at Davos as Trump tensions mount Macron's Davos address comes as Trump published messages showing the French leader's confusion over Greenland and his proposal to hold a G7 meeting in Paris on Thursday that would include Russian representatives on the margins.
The Guardian - UK · Jan 20 Wall Street sees worst day since October after Trump tariff threats Sell-off hits US stocks in first trading day since president threatened tariffs against eight countries
The Conversation · Jan 20 Greenland: Staying with the Polar Inuit. How a secret military base helped trigger the silent collapse of an Arctic world Today, as Greenland once again becomes a strategic prize, history seems poised to repeat itself. Staying with the Polar Inuit means refusing to speak of territory while erasing those who inhabit it.
International Business Times UK · Jan 20 Donald Trump Declares 'No Going Back' On Greenland Acquisition At Davos Summit Trump intensifies Greenland acquisition push at Davos, threatening European allies with 10% tariffs whilst posting private messages and AI-generated images. Europe vows proportional retaliation as markets tumble.
International Business Times UK · Jan 20 Where Is Davos? Denmark Snubs Economic Forum As Donald Trump Escalates Greenland Row With Denmark boycotting Davos and geopolitical tensions soaring over Trump's Greenland annexation push, the World Economic Forum descends into political theatre. Key leaders and nations are conspicuously absent from this year's gathering.
Radio France Internationale · Jan 20 EU leaders to address Davos summit amid tension over Trump's Greenland plan European leaders take centre stage at Davos on Tuesday, hoping to steady fraying transatlantic ties before US President Donald Trump arrives with fresh tariff threats aimed at the EU over Greenland.
The Guardian - UK · Jan 20 Europe condemns Trump’s ‘new colonialism’ as Greenland crisis grows US president says there is ‘no going back’ on goal of controlling Arctic territory as Emmanuel Macron leads European resistance
Axios · Jan 20 EU chief warns there's no going back after Trump's Greenland threats Ursula von der Leyen called for "permanent" independence from the U.S. at Davos.
Euronews · Jan 20 German economic sentiment climbs to 4-year high, defying Trump tariffs Germany’s economic confidence jumped to a four-year high in January. ZEW data show stronger optimism in export sectors, though markets remain cautious amid rising trade risks.