Donald Trump’s recent comments about Greenland have sent shockwaves through Western capitals.
The US President, fresh off a bold Special Forces raid in Venezuela, has suggested that the mineral-rich Arctic island could be “next on the list.”
His rhetoric has drawn rare, pointed warnings from international leaders.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen did not mince words.
She emphasized that any attempt to seize Greenland would jeopardize NATO, the alliance that has underpinned Western security since World War II.
“I believe one should take the American President seriously when he says that he wants Greenland,” Frederiksen said.
“But if the US attacks another NATO country, everything stops, including NATO itself.”
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer echoed this sentiment, publicly backing Denmark’s stance.
“Greenland and the Kingdom of Denmark are to decide the future of Greenland, and only Greenland and Denmark,” he said.
The Fallout From Venezuela
Trump’s recent raid in Venezuela has amplified global unease.
US forces captured President Nicolás Maduro and his wife in a highly publicized operation, which Trump framed as a move to curb drug trafficking and secure Venezuela’s wealth of oil, gold, and rare earth minerals.
The action drew sharp criticism from international leaders.
Colombian President Gustavo Petro vowed to resist any similar aggression against his country, while UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper reaffirmed that Britain does not recognize the interim Venezuelan regime.
Back home, a YouGov poll suggested the British public broadly disapprove of US intervention, with 51% opposing it.
Trump has hinted that Venezuela may be just the start, raising questions about how far he might go to assert American influence abroad.
A Global Watchlist: Who’s Next?
Trump’s ambitions appear far-reaching, spanning multiple continents.
Analysts are weighing the likelihood of potential US actions:
Iran
Trump has threatened “severe” strikes if Iran continues cracking down on nationwide protests.
With nearly 1,000 arrests and mounting unrest, US officials have warned that further aggression could provoke a targeted military response. Likelihood of action: 4/5
Canada
Despite previous comments suggesting Canada might be a “51st state,” US military planners consider an actual annexation highly unlikely. Likelihood of action: 0/5
Mexico
Trump expressed openness to striking drug cartels in Mexico to stem fentanyl trafficking.
The Mexican government rejected the idea outright. Likelihood of action: 2/5
Cuba
Following Venezuela, Cuba has been flagged as a potential target.
While Trump criticizes Cuba’s leadership, direct intervention is considered strategically low-value. Likelihood of action: 1/5
Greenland
The President’s fascination with Greenland is longstanding.
The island, rich in minerals and strategically located in the Arctic, has firmly resisted US claims.
Both Denmark and Greenland insist any decision rests with them alone. Likelihood of action: 1/5
Colombia
Trump singled out Colombia’s President Petro, accusing him of drug trafficking.
Petro has denounced the claims and offered to mediate US-Venezuelan tensions. Likelihood of action: 2/5
Panama Canal
Trump has raised concerns over Chinese influence in the Panama Canal, prompting US military planning for potential intervention.
Panama’s government opposes any foreign military presence. Likelihood of action: 1/5
Nigeria, Brazil, Yemen, and South Africa
Trump has also taken steps in Nigeria against ISIS, imposed high tariffs on Brazil, threatened military action in Yemen, and warned South Africa over land reform policies.
Likelihood of action varies: from ongoing counterterrorism in Nigeria to symbolic threats in South Africa.
Strategic Implications
Trump’s moves signal a bold, confrontational foreign policy style, emphasizing US control over resources, influence, and security.
In Europe, the Greenland debate has raised fresh concerns about NATO cohesion.
Across Latin America, leaders are navigating the delicate balance between diplomacy and self-defense.
Critics argue that this approach risks overstretching US military and diplomatic resources.
Former UK Defence Secretary Ben Wallace warned that ambiguous messaging—supporting some actions while criticizing others—damages credibility and leadership.
Meanwhile, Trump’s rhetoric continues to unsettle allies and adversaries alike, from China and Russia to small nations like Greenland.
As nations watch closely, the world faces a heightened sense of uncertainty over what comes next.
What Comes After Venezuela?
Venezuela may have been a dramatic opening act, but analysts are watching Greenland, Iran, and several Latin American states closely.
Trump’s blend of military intervention, economic pressure, and high-profile threats has already shifted international calculations.
The key question remains: is this the start of a new era of assertive US expansionism—or is it a series of high-profile warnings with limited follow-through? Only time, and global reactions, will tell.
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