New Delhi | A day after the United States carried out military action in Venezuela, President Donald Trump intensified his rhetoric toward other countries in the Western Hemisphere, reviving territorial claims, issuing warnings of possible military action, and signalling a more aggressive American posture in the region.
In his latest remarks, President Trump once again reiterated his demand for greater US control over Greenland, an autonomous territory under Denmark. Calling Greenland “critically important” to American national security, Trump cited increased Russian and Chinese naval activity in Arctic waters. He claimed that Denmark has failed to adequately safeguard the strategically located island, arguing that the US cannot afford to ignore its importance.
Speaking while travelling from Florida to Washington, Trump said Greenland’s location makes it vital for monitoring Arctic shipping routes and global security developments, reinforcing his long-standing interest in bringing the territory under stronger American influence.
The US president also issued a stern warning to Colombia, accusing the country of playing a significant role in the global cocaine trade. Trump said that if Bogotá failed to take stronger action against narcotics networks, Washington could consider military options. The remarks have raised alarm among regional leaders and international observers.
Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned that Cuba’s communist government is facing “serious internal challenges,” a statement widely interpreted as a signal that Washington may increase political and economic pressure on Havana in the coming months.
Trump’s statements have triggered fresh debate over Washington’s next move following the removal of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. Analysts note that the president’s comments align closely with his recently outlined national security strategy, which calls for the “restoration of American dominance” in the Western Hemisphere. Trump has repeatedly referenced the Monroe Doctrine and the Roosevelt Corollary to justify a more assertive US role in the region.
Denmark responded firmly to Trump’s renewed Greenland claims. Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen stated that Greenland is not for sale and emphasized that Denmark, as a NATO ally, already cooperates closely with the US on Arctic security.
As tensions rise, questions are mounting over the legality, diplomatic impact, and long-term consequences of Washington’s expanding role in the Western Hemisphere. With strong reactions from allies and rivals alike, Trump’s post-Venezuela messaging has underscored a shift toward sharper power projection that could reshape regional geopolitics.
