Cyprus Times

Trump Issues Direct Threat to Colombia, Comments on Iran, Cuba, and Greenland

Published January 5, 2026, 06:11
Trump Issues Direct Threat to Colombia, Comments on Iran, Cuba, and Greenland

Donald Trump made a series of threatening statements and announcements regarding several countries. He directly threatened Colombia, hinting at military intervention due to the production and trafficking of cocaine to the US, while describing the Colombian president as a "sick guy". At the same time, he claimed that the US "runs" Venezuela, following the arrest of Nicolás Maduro, and that Cuba is about to "fall". He reiterated his desire to acquire Greenland, citing security reasons. He also commented on the situation in Iran, warning of a "very hard" response from the US if protesters are killed, as has happened in the past. These statements were made to journalists on Air Force One and are characterized by Trump's direct and often unpredictable rhetoric. The arrest of Maduro and his transfer to New York for drug-related trial represent an escalation of US policy in the region. The overall picture is one of an aggressive stance by the US towards countries considered threats or cooperating with hostile elements, combined with an attempt to exert power and influence in other parts of the world.