U.S. Foreign Policy
Trump says U.S. will pursue Greenland control 'the easy way or the hard way' as allies and some Republicans push back
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President Donald Trump said Friday, January 9, 2026, that the United States would “do something” about Greenland “whether they like it or not,” framing the issue as a response to Russia and China and warning of a “hard way” if a deal cannot be reached. The remarks came as European leaders reiterated support for Greenland and Denmark, and as some Republicans cautioned against any use of military force.
The United States has announced targeted visa restrictions against individuals accused of undermining peace efforts in Ethiopia’s Tigray region.
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U.S. President Donald Trump said on Saturday that the United States is starting to clear the Strait of Hormuz as a favor to South Korea, China, Japan and other energy-importing nations. The remarks refer to efforts to reopen the waterway disrupted by Iran's missile and drone attacks amid the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran. They came as Washington and Tehran launched their first negotiations to end the conflict.
Two U.S. B-1 bombers flew within 50 miles of Venezuela on Thursday, amid ongoing military actions against drug trafficking from the country. President Donald Trump denied the flights but expressed dissatisfaction with Venezuela over drugs and hinted at potential land-based strikes against cartels. The operations follow recent U.S. strikes on drug boats in international waters.
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Admiral Alvin Holsey, head of U.S. Southern Command, has retired after expressing concerns over the legality of ongoing military strikes on suspected drug vessels off Venezuela. The Pentagon continues these operations, including a recent drone strike on a submarine that killed two and captured two survivors. Critics question the actions' compliance with U.S. and international law.