Fears in regards to the U.S. president’s well being are “quickly turning into a extra conversed matter in any respect ranges,” stated an EU official who’s concerned in political discussions in Brussels and between capitals.
Trump, 79, has repeatedly and forcefully denied that he suffers from any situation affecting his cognition, telling New York Magazine this week that he doesn’t endure from Alzheimer’s illness.
‘I gained’t do this, OK?’
Ever since Trump returned to workplace a yr in the past, European governments have been grappling with the best way to cope with his positions on points corresponding to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, his administration’s obvious backing for far-right politicians, obstacles to free trade, and the U.S. position within the continent’s defense.
Earlier this month, Trump threatened new tariffs on eight European nations, together with France, Germany and the U.Ok., which he stated have been blocking his efforts to take over Greenland, a semi-autonomous territory belonging to Denmark, an EU and NATO member. He additionally didn’t rule out taking the island by pressure.
In a speech in Davos, Switzerland final Wednesday, the U.S. president demanded “quick negotiations” to acquire Greenland, however ruled out the use of military action.
“We in all probability gained’t get something until I determine to make use of extreme energy and pressure, the place we’d be frankly unstoppable. However I gained’t do this, OK?” Trump stated within the speech.
