Daniel Davis Deep Dive Secret Cables Revealed: Damage to Allies over Greenland /Ian Puddick & Lt Col Daniel Davis
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Jan 30, 2026 Ian Puddick, a UK-based commentator and former management consultant with ties to defence circles. He examines leaked Greenland cables, transatlantic strain and NATO–EU tensions. He discusses British military views of Trump-era policy, European outrage and diplomatic fallout. He explores how allies might hedge, China’s opportunity, and a possible shift away from automatic deference to the US.
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Cables Reveal Growing Transatlantic Strain
- Secret diplomatic cables revealed how Trump's Greenland talk rattled close allies and exposed deeper transatlantic strains.
- The public flap showed private diplomatic unease that had been building over tariffs, Ukraine, and NATO demands.
Military Support Coexists With Diplomatic Unease
- Ian Puddick says military professionals often view Trump's domestic-security moves positively despite diplomatic concerns.
- That creates a split between operational support for certain policies and discomfort with broader political behavior.
Sovereignty Became The Core Diplomatic Line
- Keir Starmer publicly defended Greenlanders' right to decide their future, framing the issue as a sovereignty principle.
- Ian warns Trump's approach ignored negotiation basics and could lead to repeat attempts.
