Former US President Donald Trump has ignited a fresh international controversy. He now demands that America must secure "Complete and Total Control of Greenland." Trump explicitly linked this aggressive stance to his disappointment over not receiving the Nobel Peace Prize.
Private Message Sparks Diplomatic Firestorm
The claim emerged from a private message Trump sent to Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre. This message quickly circulated widely, intensifying diplomatic tensions between Washington and its European allies. The exchange highlights a significant rift in transatlantic relations.
Norwegian Prime Minister's Attempt to Cool Tensions
On January 18, Prime Minister Støre reached out to Trump. He addressed mounting tensions over several critical issues. These included Greenland, Gaza, Ukraine, and new tariff threats from the United States.
In his message, Støre wrote, "Dear Mr President, dear Donald – on the contact across the Atlantic – on Greenland, Gaza, Ukraine – and your tariff announcement yesterday. You know our position on these issues. But we believe we all should work to take this down and de-escalate – so much is happening around us where we need to stand together. We are proposing a call with you later today – with both of us or separately – give us a hint of what you prefer! Best – Alex and Jonas."
The Norwegian leader sent this message at 3:48 PM local time. He clearly framed it as an effort to cool tensions and reopen dialogue among traditional allies.
Trump's Sharp and Revealing Response
If Prime Minister Støre hoped his appeal would work, he was mistaken. Trump responded just 27 minutes later. His reply carried a sharply different and confrontational tone.
In his message, Trump directly connected Norway's Nobel Peace Prize decision to his shifting priorities. He wrote, "Dear Jonas: Considering your Country decided not to give me the Nobel Peace Prize for having stopped 8 Wars PLUS, I no longer feel an obligation to think purely of Peace, although it will always be predominant, but can now think about what is good and proper for the United States of America."
Trump then laid out his rationale for claiming Greenland. He argued, "Denmark cannot protect that land from Russia or China, and why do they have a 'right of ownership' anyway? There are no written documents, it’s only that a boat landed there hundreds of years ago, but we had boats landing there, also."
He concluded with a demand, stating, "I have done more for NATO than any other person since its founding, and now, NATO should do something for the United States. The World is not secure unless we have Complete and Total Control of Greenland. Thank you! President DJT."
Escalating Tariff Threats and Wider Confrontation
This exchange occurs amid growing confrontation between Washington and European allies. At least eight European countries now face a direct economic threat. The United Kingdom, France, and Germany are among them. These nations recently sent military forces to Greenland.
The Trump administration has threatened them with a 10% tariff starting in February. Trump has issued a clear warning. He says those tariffs will increase to 25% from June 1 if a resolution over Greenland's territory is not finalized.
Global Concern Over Trump's Aggressive Stance
Trump's obsessive focus on Greenland is worrying observers globally. This comes just weeks after a dramatic international incident. Trump's administration captured Venezuela's leader, Nicolás Maduro, and his wife, Cilia Flores, from Venezuela. Both now await trial in New York.
The unhinged nature of Trump's letter has sparked significant outrage online. The message shows Trump's continued anger over the Nobel Peace Prize. Many critics argue his policies now serve personal goals rather than national interests.
Public Outrage and Online Reaction
Netizens have expressed strong disapproval of Trump's actions and reasoning. One user commented critically, asking, "So because he didn’t get an award from Norway, he must steal territory from Denmark? How does that even make sense?"
Another user expressed disgust at the political support for such tactics. They wrote, "It's really disgusting that there is no limit to what the MAGA crowd will accept from Trump either through blind devotion, trying to keep their jobs or maybe just utter stupidity. Do they not realise where these tactics will end up once reasonable people run out of patience?"
A third comment focused on the damage to America's global reputation. The user stated, "The GOP lets the US be a complete worldwide laughing stock. Nobody will respect the country after this presidency."
The situation remains volatile. Trump's demands and the linked tariff threats create a serious diplomatic challenge for European nations and the future of Arctic security.
