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Moneycontrol22-01-2026, 04:31

Trump Confuses Greenland with Iceland in Davos Speech, White House Denies Gaffe

  • During a Davos speech, Donald Trump repeatedly referred to "Iceland" instead of "Greenland," sparking confusion.
  • Trump was discussing his desire for the US to acquire Greenland, citing security threats from Russia and China in the Arctic Circle.
  • He announced a "framework" for a Greenland deal and the cancellation of tariffs on European countries, despite ruffling NATO allies.
  • White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt denied any confusion, stating Trump's remarks referred to Greenland as a "piece of ice."
  • The incident raised questions about Trump's mental acuity, a sensitive topic given his past attacks on Joe Biden and calls for invoking the 25th Amendment.

Why It Matters: Trump's repeated mix-up of Greenland and Iceland in Davos sparked controversy and White House denial.

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