Recent statements by former US President Donald Trump have caught the attention of global experts and the international community. While Trump was previously known for bold declarations aimed at opponents or other countries, his current rhetoric now also targets Europe and Russia.
The recent US seizure of Russian tankers shocked the Kremlin. Trump, seizing the momentum, announced US intentions to establish control over Greenland, an idea actively supported by his team, including Marco Rubio. This has unsettled European partners, who are now considering possible responses.
Ukrainian experts emphasize that such moves raise concerns about adherence to international law, as changes in Greenland’s jurisdiction are impossible without broad consensus and contravene the post-World War II international order. Discussion participants note a transition period in global relations, with the rules of a new world order yet to be defined.
Comparisons are drawn between US approaches to Venezuela and Greenland, especially in cases without Congressional approval, setting a dangerous precedent for NATO partnerships. Experts argue that, while agreed deployment of additional US forces could benefit allies, unilateral decisions present risks.
Commentators highlight that Trump’s rhetoric and actions reflect a broader US effort to control key logistical and oil routes, especially to strengthen its position in future talks with China. Analysts also note that Europe, in the short term, lacks sufficient defense capabilities and relies extensively on US support.
Thus, the Greenland situation reflects broader changes in transatlantic relations and emerging challenges to the current global order.
