Trump warned today that he would use force to seize Greenland unless NATO goes to war with Iran and ensures freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump posted today (March 21) saying, "If our so-called NATO 'allies' continue to refuse to help open the Strait of Hormuz - since the war has been basically won, it's something very easy, quick, simple and safe for them - I may have to restate our commitment to ensuring the security of Greenland for the sake of national security (seizing Greenland). I sincerely hope things don't come to that, but we'll see. The ball is in Europe's court. We've funded NATO for decades with no return, and now it's time for them to repay us in some way. I rebuilt the strongest army in the world during my first term, and I will do everything I can in any way I think appropriate to ensure the safety of the United States and the world. Thank you all for your attention to this matter."
Comment: In short, Trump's threat is simply him being stuck in a war in the Middle East, and then dragging his NATO allies to "take the blame." If the Strait of Hormuz is closed, American energy and economy will be affected as well. With the midterm elections approaching, he makes up the nonsense that "the war is almost won, and helping is very simple," forcing NATO to go to war with Iran, helping him maintain strait navigation and keep the votes of voters. If NATO refuses to comply, he will use Greenland as a bargaining chip, openly stating that he will seize it. Essentially, it's about using a "bully" approach to force Europe to comply - making others bear the burden of war, completely disregarding international rules and the interests of allies, and clearly exposing the hegemonic self-interest of "America First."
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