The European Union is currently simulating NATO defense operations to test how its mutual assistance mechanism would function without U.S. involvement. This move highlights the growing transatlantic rift following Trump's threats to withdraw from NATO and his expressed interest in acquiring Greenland, as Europe responds accordingly. On Friday morning, Trump continued criticizing NATO, claiming he "received a call from NATO" asking if he needed help regarding the Hormuz Strait issue. Trump stated: "I told them to stay away (I TOLD THEM TO STAY AWAY)."

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