'Europe Not Recognisable': Trump Targets EU At Davos, Pushes NATO On Greenland

Trump described Greenland as “a big piece of ice” located strategically in the Atlantic, claiming that its security cannot be ensured through lease or licensing arrangements.

US President Donald Trump, speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, took aim at Denmark over Greenland, calling the country “ungrateful” and claiming the US was “stupid” to have returned Greenland after the Second World War. Trump said the US had set up bases in Greenland, “fought for Denmark” and prevented enemies from gaining influence in the region. He argued that Washington “saved Greenland” during the war but later handed it back, questioning the decision and Denmark’s stance today.

‘Give Greenland To The US’

Trump described Greenland as “a big piece of ice” located strategically in the Atlantic, claiming that its security cannot be ensured through lease or licensing arrangements. He said the US is seeking full ownership and control, maintaining that defence requires sovereignty rather than rental agreements.

Warning NATO, Trump said the alliance should support Washington’s plans for Greenland. He suggested that cooperation would be appreciated, but added that refusal would not be forgotten. Trump argued that in any conflict, most military action would centre around Greenland, with missiles passing over the island, making it a key security zone.

Europe ‘Not Recognisable’

Turning to Europe, Trump said there are places on the continent that are no longer “recognisable”, blaming immigration and economic policies. “I love Europe,” he said, but insisted it is “not heading in the right direction”. He also claimed the European Union should learn from the US government, citing what he described as major changes in America.

Trump further criticised NATO’s behaviour towards the US, alleging the alliance has not treated Washington well. He insisted that American control over Greenland would strengthen the NATO bloc and improve collective security.

Denmark ‘Ungrateful’, Strategic Argument

Trump said he respects the people of Greenland and Denmark, but called it “stupid” that the US returned Greenland after the Second World War. He claimed the US fought for Denmark, saved Greenland from enemies, and later handed it back, describing Denmark as “ungrateful” today.

He also described Greenland as a crucial strategic location between the US, Russia and China, arguing that US control is needed for strategic reasons rather than access to rare minerals.