The News Agents Trump's Greenland shakedown: 'Say no and we will remember'
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Jan 21, 2026 Donald Trump’s speech at Davos stirred controversy as he reiterated his desire to acquire Greenland. His confusing references to Iceland raised questions about his mental acuity. Meanwhile, European leaders express impatience with his aggressive tactics. The implications for NATO and Greenlanders, who prefer Danish ties over a U.S. takeover, were also discussed. Additionally, experts like Mark Carney highlighted concerns over the shifting global order, suggesting that America’s influence may be waning.
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Trump’s Greenland Demand Undermines NATO Trust
- Donald Trump told Davos he won't use force over Greenland but still framed acquisition as a demand.
- Emily Maitlis and Lewis Goodall say the threat and insistence undermine NATO trust and stability.
Speech Lacked Strategic Coherence
- Jon Sopel hears a bored, incoherent president rather than a coherent strategic case for Greenland.
- Lewis Goodall and Jon argue Trump's confusion suggests weak policy rationale and possible distraction tactics.
Carney: The Western Order Is Rupturing
- Mark Carney warns we're in a rupture, not a transition, of the rules-based order.
- Hosts suggest Europe must find defensive economic and strategic responses as US reliability weakens.