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Trump Links Greenland Threat to Nobel Peace Prize Snub, EU Eyes Trade Retaliation . AI-Generated.
U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly connected his intensified bid to gain control over Greenland with his disappointment at failing to win the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize, a development that has escalated tensions with European allies and drawn warnings of trade retaliation from the European Union (EU). The dispute adds a new dimension to long‑standing disagreements between Washington and its European partners over defence, trade and geopolitical strategy.
By Saad 23 days ago in The Swamp
Trump’s $108 Billion Tariff Threat Sparks European Retaliation: Denmark and EU Respond. AI-Generated.
Trump’s New Tariff Threat — What’s Happening Now In mid‑January 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump escalated trade tensions with Europe by announcing new tariffs on a group of NATO allies — including Denmark and several EU countries — in connection with a dispute over Greenland. The tariffs are unusually large: U.S. threats and potential European retaliation are being quantified at around $108 billion worth of goods on both sides of the Atlantic.
By Saad 23 days ago in The Swamp
EU Scrambles to Avert Trump Greenland Tariffs, Prepares Retaliation. AI-Generated.
EU Holds Emergency Summit Over Trump Tariff Ultimatum The European Union is convening an emergency summit. This urgent meeting in Brussels follows a tariff threat from former U.S. President Donald Trump. The threat targets eight European nations unless Denmark agrees to sell Greenland. Officials describe the move as an unprecedented act of economic coercion against NATO allies.
By Saad 23 days ago in The Swamp
Trump Tariffs on EU: Trade War Escalates Over U.S. Bid to Buy Greenland. AI-Generated.
Introduction The former U.S. President has proposed new tariffs on several European nations. The proposed tariffs target eight countries within the European Union. This policy is directly linked to a renewed U.S. interest in purchasing Greenland. The move escalates existing trade tensions and introduces a new diplomatic dispute over Arctic sovereignty.
By Saad 24 days ago in The Swamp
Trump’s Tariff Threat on Europe Over Greenland Sparks Diplomatic and Trade Debate. AI-Generated.
Introduction Former U.S. President Donald Trump has once again brought Greenland into global political discussion by vowing to impose tariffs on eight European nations. According to reports, Trump stated that these tariffs would remain in place until the United States is given a chance to negotiate the purchase of Greenland. The statement has generated debate across political, economic, and diplomatic circles, particularly in Europe, where leaders have rejected the idea outright.
By Saad 24 days ago in The Swamp
Trump Announces Gaza "Board of Peace": A Look at the Proposal and Reactions . AI-Generated.
Introduction Former US President Donald Trump has proposed the creation of a Gaza "Board of Peace." He announced this idea during a campaign event. The proposal comes as the conflict in Gaza continues. Trump's plan lacks detailed structure. It has prompted a range of reactions from analysts and foreign officials.
By Saad 25 days ago in The Swamp
South Korea's Former President Sentenced to 5 Years for Role in 1979 Martial Law. AI-Generated.
Tags: South Korea, Chun Doo-hwan, Martial Law, Gwangju Uprising, Court Ruling, Historical Accountability, Presidential Legacy, Military Dictatorship.
By Saad 26 days ago in The Swamp
NATO Asserts Role in Greenland Security as European Troops Deploy. AI-Generated.
Subtitle: Danish Prime Minister labels island's defense a "common concern" amid stalled U.S. negotiations and increased European military presence.
By Saad 26 days ago in The Swamp
Identification, Authoritarianism, and the Moral Costs of Enduring Support
A common explanation for continued support for Donald Trump is informational deficit, the assumption that supporters do not know (or do not fully understand) his record, his rhetoric, or the downstream consequences of policies carried out in his name. That explanation is psychologically comforting because it implies a clean solution; more facts, more exposure and more education.
By Cadma26 days ago in The Swamp
The Shift in Posture: A Review of U.S. Force Movement and Diplomacy in Early 2020. AI-Generated.
Introduction: A Moment of Military Recalibration In early January 2020, the U.S. Department of Defense announced a movement of personnel. Non-combat, nonessential staff were relocated from Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar. This action followed a period of heightened tension between the United States and Iran. The decision was part of a series of measured military steps taken during that specific time. This article reviews the context and implications of that force movement as a matter of public record.
By Saad 27 days ago in The Swamp
Trump Warns of 25 Percent Tariff on US Trade for Countries Doing Business With Iran. AI-Generated.
Introduction Former US president Donald Trump has stated that countries continuing to do business with Iran could face a 25 percent tariff on trade with the United States if he returns to office. The remarks reflect a renewed emphasis on economic pressure as a tool of foreign policy and signal a possible shift in US trade relations with nations maintaining commercial ties with Tehran.
By Saad 29 days ago in The Swamp
The Remarkable, Heroic Life of Ted Williams
When you think of the Boston Red Sox, names such as David Ortíz, Pedro Martínez, and the late Tim Wakefield come to mind. However, the Red Sox player who is the focus of this story is none other than Ted Williams. Even if you're not a baseball fan, you've probably heard of his name at least once. Towards the end of this story, I'll share the one admirable thing Williams had done to get Major League Baseball's attention. But first, let's get to know the Hall of Famer's life and career.
By Mark Wesley Pritchard 30 days ago in The Swamp