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Trump Arrives in Switzerland Amidst Greenland Controversy

Published January 21, 2026, 13:40

Donald Trump arrived in Switzerland to participate in the World Economic Forum in Davos, but his arrival was overshadowed by the ongoing discussion regarding his desire to acquire Greenland. His flight to Zurich was delayed for several hours due to a technical issue with the presidential aircraft, resulting in the cancellation of his scheduled meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Simultaneously, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen warned that the EU is prepared to act if necessary, while NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte is working “behind the scenes” to resolve the issue. Trump's stance has created tension in transatlantic relations, with European leaders caught between the need for continued strategic cooperation with the US and the defense of Denmark's territorial integrity. A potential agreement could include defense and investment cooperation, as well as limiting Russian and Chinese influence in Greenland.