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Trump's foreign policy escalates with Venezuela raid
US forces detained Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife in a predawn operation in Caracas, marking a dramatic shift in Washington's Latin America strategy. President Donald Trump framed the move as part of a revived Donroe Doctrine, a rebranded version of the 19th-century Monroe Doctrine asserting US dominance in the Western Hemisphere.
Greenland emerges as strategic flashpoint
Trump renewed calls for the US to acquire Greenland, citing national security concerns and the island's mineral wealth. The autonomous Danish territory, rich in rare earth elements critical for technology and defense, has seen increased Russian and Chinese naval activity. Greenland's Prime Minister Jens Frederik Nielsen dismissed the proposal as a "fantasy" and demanded respect for international law, warning that any annexation attempt could strain NATO alliances.
Colombia tensions rise over drug trade accusations
Trump issued a blunt warning to Colombian President Gustavo Petro, threatening unspecified action if Bogotá fails to curb drug trafficking. The US has imposed sanctions on Petro, accusing his administration of enabling cartels. Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One that Colombia was being "run by a sick man who likes making cocaine," adding, "He's not going to be doing it for very long." Historically a key US ally in anti-drug efforts, Colombia has rejected military intervention on its soil.
Iran protests spark new threats from Washington
Amid anti-government demonstrations in Iran, Trump warned Tehran of severe consequences if authorities crack down on protesters. "If they start killing people like they have in the past, I think they're going to get hit very hard by the United States," he said. The remarks follow last year's US strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, part of a broader campaign to counter Tehran's regional influence.
Mexico and Cuba face mounting US pressure
Trump accused Mexico of failing to stem drug trafficking, hinting at potential military action despite President Claudia Sheinbaum's rejection of US troops. Meanwhile, Cuba's economic vulnerability has grown since Maduro's removal, with Trump predicting the island's collapse. "Cuba now has no income," he said, referencing its reliance on Venezuelan oil. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio echoed the sentiment, urging Havana's government to take Trump's threats seriously.
Alliance strains and global reactions
Trump's aggressive posture has drawn criticism from allies, including Denmark and NATO members, over the Greenland proposal. Analysts warn that unilateral actions risk fracturing long-standing partnerships, particularly in Latin America, where historical grievances over US intervention remain raw.
"No more pressure. No more insinuations. No more fantasies of annexation."
Greenland Prime Minister Jens Frederik Nielsen
