Davos Defiance: Trump Declares Iran’s Reign of Terror Over and Sets Final Deadline for Hamas

President Donald Trump arrived at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, on Wednesday, marking the first anniversary of his second term with a series of bold proclamations regarding Middle Eastern security and American territorial ambitions. Addressing a room of global leaders, the President celebrated what he termed a total economic transformation in the United States, claiming that inflation has been defeated and productivity is soaring. However, the core of his address focused on his aggressive foreign policy, specifically the dismantling of the Iranian nuclear threat and his uncompromising stance toward terrorists in Gaza. Trump also intensified his pressure on European allies regarding the American purchase of Greenland, describing the island as a vital strategic asset for North American security while mocking the leadership of France and Denmark.

The Middle East and the Hamas Ultimatum

The President provided a stark timeline for the next phase of operations in Gaza, stating that the world would know within days if Hamas terrorists intend to disarm. "We will know in a few days if Hamas is disarming, at most two or three weeks. If they don't do it, they will be destroyed quite quickly," Trump warned. He connected this ultimatum to his broader campaign against Iran, asserting that the Islamic Republic is no longer the "bully of the Middle East" because its nuclear facilities have been "completely destroyed." According to Trump, this show of force was the catalyst that convinced Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates to support his peace plan for Gaza.

Trump also took the opportunity to address the Iron Dome defense system, notably rebuking Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over its origins. "I told Bibi, stop taking credit for this, it's our technology, it's our material," Trump said. Despite this friction, he praised the fighting spirit shown during the war against terrorists, claiming that the successful neutralization of the Iranian threat has created a new era of peace in the region. He confirmed that a formal signing ceremony for the mandate of the Gaza Peace Council is scheduled for Thursday.

The Greenland Controversy and European Tensions

A significant portion of the speech was dedicated to the President’s insistence that the United States must acquire Greenland from Denmark. Trump dismissed the island as a "block of ice" rather than a landmass, but emphasized its critical location between the United States, Russia, and China. He criticized Denmark for being unable to defend the territory, recalling how the country fell to Germany in just six hours during World War II. "We fought for Denmark to keep Greenland in their hands. How stupid were we then to give it back and how ungrateful are the Danes now?" he asked.

While Trump claimed he would not use "excessive force" to take the island currently, he issued a clear warning to the Danish and Greenlandic governments: "You have a choice, to say yes and we will be grateful, or say no, and we will remember it for you." To further his goals, he announced the appointment of Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry as a special envoy to Greenland. This push for annexation has led to retaliatory threats from the European Union and Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, who called on Trump to "stop the threats." Trump responded by announcing 10% tariffs on eight European nations, including Denmark, which are set to rise to 25% by June if an agreement is not reached.

Personal Jabs and Economic Boasting

The President did not hold back from personal attacks on his European counterparts, specifically mocking French President Emmanuel Macron for wearing sunglasses to hide an eye injury. "Nice sunglasses, what the hell happened to you?" Trump quipped, though he later added that he "likes" Macron despite their differences. He threatened France with 25% tariffs unless Macron raises prescription drug prices in France to help pharmaceutical companies lower costs in the United States.

Trump concluded his remarks by highlighting the American lead in Artificial Intelligence over China and his plans to double U.S. energy production to power AI factories. He blamed Europe’s current struggles on "green energy and mass migration," stating that parts of the continent are now "unrecognizable." After a brief delay earlier in the day due to a technical fault with Air Force One, Trump’s arrival in Davos served as a clear message that his administration intends to pursue an "America First" agenda that demands both land and loyalty from its traditional allies.