Pod Save the World Greenland Prepares for Trump Invasion
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Jan 21, 2026 Yousra Elbagir, a Sky News Africa correspondent based in Kampala, shares her insights on Uganda’s contested election amidst a tense atmosphere. She highlights the internet blackout and the violent military response to protests over disputed tallies. Elbagir discusses President Museveni's questionable victory claims and hints at potential family succession plans. The conversation also touches on the discontent among Uganda's youth, exemplified by the challenges faced by opposition leader Bobby Wine, reflecting the broader trend of authoritarianism in Africa.
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Greenland Crisis Is A Real NATO Test
- Greenland obsession from the White House has real geopolitical stakes beyond a joke.
- If Europeans don't push back, Trump could shatter NATO and normalize coercive territorial grabs.
Hit Back With Real Leverage
- Europe must show military commitment and threaten economic pain to deter Trump.
- Use measures like deploying troops and invoking EU coercion tools to signal real consequences.
Promises Cost Lives In Iran
- Trump's public promises to Iranians directly raised expectations of U.S. protection.
- His failure to act likely led to thousands of additional deaths during the crackdown.
