Trump mocks Europe: They don't understand what they're doing – Greenland's defense is "two dog sleds"

Donald Trump is dangerously escalating the conflict with the European Union, responding to Brussels' threats of using a so-called "trade bazooka" with raw blackmail, punitive tariffs, and a geopolitical plan that pushes the boundaries of international provocation: the purchase—or seizure—of Greenland. "Anything Europe does against the United States will come back to haunt it," the American president stated, making it clear that he recognizes neither balance nor allies. In an interview with NewsNation, he mocked Brussels, saying they "don't really understand what it means" to enter the trade conflict they are initiating, warning that Europe is already using "trade bazookas"—and will pay the price.

This price translates into blunt figures: Trump announced the imposition of 10% tariffs starting in February on Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, Great Britain, the Netherlands, and Finland, which will skyrocket to 25% in June. The tariffs, according to him, will not be lifted until the US reaches an agreement to purchase Greenland. The response from Europe was swift. Emmanuel Macron stated that the EU possesses "very powerful" tools to respond to American tariffs, naming the "anti-coercion instrument," known in European corridors of power as the "trade bazooka." This is a mechanism that allows the Union to directly strike countries that use trade as a weapon of political pressure.

Greenland as a trophy of power

At the heart of the crisis lies Greenland—not as an autonomous society, but as a geostatistics trophy. From the beginning of his second term, Trump has insisted that the island "must" pass under US control, citing national security reasons. He claims that Russian and Chinese submarines are operating in the area, while he characterized the island's defense as "two dog sleds," sparking anger and irony. These statements caused fierce reactions in Greenland, where local authorities and the vast majority of residents categorically reject any scenario of joining the US. Europe shares this stance, seeing in Trump not a negotiator, but a leader determined to impose his will through economic and military might. Moscow is watching closely. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov described the situation as "extraordinary" in terms of international law, reminding that Russia recognizes Greenland as part of the Kingdom of Denmark, a clear warning that the issue is not merely American-European.

Threats

At the same time, Trump is linking Greenland to the "Golden Dome," the ambitious missile defense plan that aims to cover the USA from every external threat. He declares without hesitation that the technology can intercept missiles "at 100%"—a claim many experts consider political hyperbole. Simultaneously, he unleashes raw threats against Iran, warning that in the event of an assassination attempt against him, "they will be wiped off the face of the earth," while appearing ready to take unilateral initiatives even for hostage cases, such as that of American Dennis Coyle, who is being held by the Taliban.

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