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Trump Skips G7 Summit, Questions NATO's Value in Combative Remarks

President Donald Trump announced he will not attend an emergency G7 summit proposed by French President Emmanuel Macron. During a press briefing, Trump openly questioned whether NATO allies would come to America's defense despite US spending. He also reiterated the United States' national security interest in acquiring Greenland, hinting at further action. The White House concurrently released a statement touting a year of "transformative" domestic and international achievements since Trump's return to office.

Key Points: Trump to Skip G7 Emergency Summit, Questions NATO Commitment

  • Trump will not attend proposed G7 emergency summit
  • Questions NATO's mutual defense commitment
  • Reiterates US strategic interest in Greenland
  • Highlights White House list of second-term achievements
  • Threatened EU with tariffs over Greenland deal
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Trump says he will skip G7 emergency summit, questions NATO's value to US

President Trump declines a G7 summit invite, questions if NATO allies would defend the US, and reiterates US interest in acquiring Greenland.

"The big fear I have with NATO is we spent tremendous amounts of money... I just really do question whether or not they'll come to ours. - Donald Trump"

Washington, Jan 21

US President Donald Trump said that he will not attend an emergency Group of Seven summit proposed by French President Emmanuel Macron.

Ahead of his trip to the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Trump spoke at a White House press briefing marking the one-year anniversary of his second term, saying he already has "a lot of meetings" scheduled in Davos, including discussions related to Greenland.

"I have meetings with the people that are directly involved," Trump said amid heightened tensions with European leaders after he threatened extra tariffs on a number of European countries unless a deal is reached for the United States to acquire Greenland.

"He's a friend of mine. He's a nice guy. I like Macron, but he's not going to be there very much longer, as you know," Trump said of the French president, whose term is set to end in 2027.

At the briefing, Trump also questioned whether NATO allies would help defend the United States.

"The big fear I have with NATO is we spent tremendous amounts of money with NATO, and I know we'll come to their rescue, but I just really do question whether or not they'll come to ours," he said.

Trump reiterated that the United States needs Greenland for national security.

Asked how far he is willing to go with Greenland, Trump said: "You'll find out."

Highlighting what it described as a year of sweeping domestic and global achievements, the White House on Tuesday said President Trump's return to office had reshaped US policy at home and abroad - including brokering peace between India and Pakistan - as it released a detailed list of accomplishments from his first 365 days back in power.

In a statement titled "365 Wins in 365 Days: President Trump's Return Marks New Era of Success, Prosperity," the White House said the President delivered "transformative results" spanning border security, crime reduction, economic revival, energy dominance and international diplomacy.

- IANS

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Sarah B
Questioning NATO's value is a huge strategic shift. As an expat living in Delhi, I see how this impacts alliances. If the US doubts its closest allies, what does that mean for partnerships with countries like India? The Greenland obsession is just bizarre.
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Priya S
The White House statement claiming he brokered peace between India and Pakistan is... quite a stretch. 🙄 Our diplomatic efforts are our own. It's important that international reporting doesn't oversimplify complex regional issues for political points.
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Rohit P
Frankly, this "America First" approach is creating a vacuum. Other powers will fill it. India must strengthen its own strategic autonomy and partnerships with Europe, Japan, and others. Can't rely on one unpredictable ally.
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Michael C
The tariffs threat against Europe over Greenland is pure economic bullying. As someone working in trade, this volatility hurts global business. India should be cautious in its trade negotiations with an administration that uses tariffs as a primary weapon.
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Kavya N
The disrespect to President Macron is uncalled for. Strong relationships are built on respect, not public dismissals. India has always valued diplomatic courtesy, and this kind of rhetoric is counterproductive for world peace. Hoping for more stable leadership ahead.

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