Donald Trump Threatens Panama, Canada, and Greenland in Christmas Message

The president-elect reiterates provocative claims over strategic control of the Panama Canal, annexation of Canada, and U.S. presence in Greenland.

Donald Trump posted a series of controversial Christmas messages on Truth Social targeting Panama, Canada, and Greenland.
He accused China of exploiting the Panama Canal illegally and threatened to demand its full control if safe and reliable operations are not ensured.
Trump described Canada as a potential '51st state,' suggesting reduced taxes and increased economic and military benefits under U.S. governance.
The president-elect reiterated U.S. interest in Greenland, citing national security needs, despite Denmark and Greenland's firm rejection of such claims.
Panama's president and Greenland's prime minister publicly refuted Trump's assertions, while protests against his remarks occurred in Panama.