Trump's announcement on Greenland undermines his case for owning it

After arguing for U.S. control of Greenland at Davos, President Trump said he and NATO Secretary‑General Mark Rutte had formed a “framework” and that he would drop threatened tariffs; Denmark has not agreed to give up sovereignty over Greenland.

President Donald Trump used a speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos to make a case for U.S. control of Greenland. Hours after that speech, he posted that a "framework" had been formed with NATO Secretary‑General Mark Rutte following a short meeting. He also said he would not impose tariffs he had earlier threatened. Denmark and Greenland have not accepted any transfer of sovereignty. Key points: - Trump argued publicly for U.S. ownership of Greenland during a Davos speech and also said he would not use military force to take it. - After a meeting with NATO Secretary‑General Mark Rutte, Trump announced a "framework" and said he would drop threatened tariffs on some European countries. - Danish officials publicly rejected the idea of selling Greenland while remaining open to discussions on Arctic security through NATO. Summary: The announcement reduced immediate economic pressure by removing a threatened tariff, and it followed a public speech in which Trump outlined reasons for U.S. control of the island. Undetermined at this time.