At the Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, significant attention was paid to security issues, largely due to the bold statements by US President Donald Trump regarding Greenland. Prior to the event, Trump demanded Greenland be handed over to the US and even threatened its forcible acquisition. However, in his speech, he stated that he would not proceed with such actions, noticeably altering the tone of the discussion.
Simultaneously, the imposition of new tariffs between the US and EU was canceled, after the European Parliament decided not to ratify a trade agreement. The breakthrough came following the involvement of NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, who proposed a deal allowing the US some control over a section of Greenland for military bases, while sovereignty remains with Denmark—similar to the British bases in Cyprus.
During his speech, Trump also criticized wind turbines and confused historical facts, such as claiming 100 million people died in World War I and mixing up Greenland with Iceland. The president made inaccurate statements regarding US support for Ukraine and presented an alternative version of World War II history.
Amid political debates in Davos, Ukrainian soldiers called on the public to continue supporting the Ukrainian Armed Forces. The article highlights expressions of gratitude from units that received FPV-drones and equipment to strengthen the country’s defense.
In conclusion, the Davos forum and Trump's performance were marked by controversial statements, geopolitical confusion, and an unexpected compromise over Greenland. Ongoing support for Ukraine’s security and the international community’s response remain central issues.
