Trump Says He Is "Very Disappointed" With NATO, Revives Greenland Control Push

President Donald Trump criticized NATO during the alliance's summit in Ankara, saying he was disappointed that European allies did not support the United States during the recent strikes on Iran. He also suggested the U.S. could reduce or even withdraw troops from Europe and renewed his argument that Greenland should be under American control for strategic security reasons.

Trump Criticizes NATO Allies

Speaking during the NATO summit in Ankara, President Donald Trump said he was "very disappointed" with the alliance, arguing that European members failed to support the United States during its military operation against Iran.

Trump also remarked that he might not have attended the summit if not for his relationship with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.

"Frankly, I am very disappointed with NATO. We weren't treated properly after what we did regarding Iran," Trump said.

Raises Possibility of U.S. Troop Reductions in Europe

Trump again urged European allies to assume a greater share of their own defense responsibilities. He suggested the United States could reduce—or even withdraw—its military presence from Europe if allies continue relying heavily on American forces.

According to CNN, the administration previously examined a proposal that would reduce roughly one-third of U.S. troops stationed across Europe.

European NATO members had recently announced a reported $50 billion package of new weapons purchases in response to long-standing U.S. demands for increased defense spending, but Trump's criticism continued despite the announcement.

Greenland Debate Returns

Trump also renewed his position that Greenland is strategically important to U.S. national security, citing growing Russian and Chinese activity in the Arctic.

"Greenland is surrounded by Russian and Chinese ships. Greenland should be controlled by the United States, not Denmark," Trump said.

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen rejected the suggestion while attending the summit, stating that Greenland is not for sale and that Denmark's sovereignty must be respected.

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