The Story Greenland, Colombia, Mexico: where will Trump strike next?
Jan 8, 2026
In this discussion, Michael Evans, an experienced defense journalist, and Mogens Lykketoft, former Danish foreign minister, dive into the recent geopolitical maneuvers by Donald Trump. They analyze Trump's focus on Greenland, Colombia, and Mexico while unpacking the implications of the revived 'Donroe Doctrine.' Evans connects past U.S. interventions in Latin America to current strategies, while Lykketoft highlights threats to Danish sovereignty and warns of NATO stability. Their insights reveal the potential risks and global reactions to America's foreign policy direction.
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Western Hemisphere As Exclusive U.S. Sphere
- The Trump administration frames the Western Hemisphere as its exclusive sphere of influence under a modern 'Donroe' doctrine.
- This revives Monroe-era interventionist logic and signals the U.S. will actively counter external (China/Russia) influence nearby.
Venezuela: Strike As Political Leverage
- The Venezuela strike combined drug-war pretext with broader regime-change style objectives.
- Rapid military action and political pressure forced a U.S.-favored government into power and left future strikes threatened as leverage.
Why Greenland Is Strategic
- Greenland matters for Arctic military access, rare earths, and potential oil, making it strategically and economically attractive.
- The White House uses military presence and buying offers as leverage rather than immediate invasion.