Donald Trump criticized NATO, expressing doubts about the alliance's support in case of need, and reiterated the desire to take over Greenland, causing tensions with Denmark.

American President Donald Trump launched harsh criticisms against NATO, expressing his doubts that the alliance would support the U.S. in times of crisis. In a post on his social media, Trump stated that although the U.S. will remain alongside NATO, it is not certain that the alliance will do the same. His criticisms come amid tensions generated by his desire to acquire Greenland from Denmark, a NATO member, which sparked strong reactions from the Danish Prime Minister.

Trump emphasized that without his involvement, Russia would have had control over Ukraine and mentioned that he increased NATO countries' contributions to 5% of GDP. He also reiterated that Russia and China fear the U.S., but not NATO without American support. The White House confirmed that the use of military force to obtain Greenland is an option, and European leaders emphasized that the island belongs to its people and that only Denmark and Greenland can decide its future.