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Trump Proposes Annexation of Canada, Greenland, and Panama Canal

President-elect Trump doubles down on controversial territorial ambitions, drawing international criticism and resistance from affected nations.

  • Donald Trump has suggested using economic or military pressure to annex Greenland, Canada, and the Panama Canal, citing national security and economic interests.
  • Canadian leaders, including outgoing Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, have firmly rejected the idea of becoming the 51st U.S. state, while polls show overwhelming opposition among Canadians.
  • Greenland's government and Denmark have dismissed Trump's proposal, reiterating that Greenland is not for sale, with France warning against threats to EU sovereignty.
  • Panama's government has strongly defended its control of the Panama Canal, emphasizing its sovereignty and rejecting any negotiations on the matter.
  • Trump's remarks have sparked concerns over his foreign policy approach, with experts debating whether these comments are serious plans or provocative rhetoric aimed at leveraging economic concessions.
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