Trump Links Greenland Demand to Nobel Snub, Raises NATO Concerns

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CNBC TV18•19-01-2026, 16:32
Trump Links Greenland Demand to Nobel Snub, Raises NATO Concerns
- •US President Donald Trump linked his interest in Greenland to a perceived snub over the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize in a letter to Norwegian PM Jonas Gahr Støre.
- •Trump stated that because Norway didn't award him the Nobel Prize, he no longer feels obligated to think purely of peace, though it remains 'predominant'.
- •The letter questioned Denmark's sovereignty over Greenland, arguing Copenhagen cannot protect it from Russia or China, and emphasized US strategic priorities.
- •Trump asserted that the US deserves reciprocal support from NATO allies for his contributions, framing Greenland's control as vital for global security.
- •European leaders expressed concern, and Trump responded with additional tariffs on several European nations, including Denmark and Norway.
Why It Matters: Trump's letter links Greenland demands to a Nobel Peace Prize snub, stirring diplomatic tensions and NATO concerns.
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