Trump Targets Spain and Revives Greenland Claim at NATO Summit

U.S. President Donald Trump sharply criticized Spain during the NATO summit, calling it a “wasted cause” and a “terrible partner in NATO” while threatening to cut trade ties with the country. Trump accused Spain of failing to meet NATO’s defence spending expectations and expressed frustration over Madrid’s refusal to allow greater U.S. military use of its bases during operations linked to the Iran conflict.

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez dismissed the remarks, saying his conversation with Trump at the summit was friendly and focused on topics such as the FIFA World Cup. Spanish officials stressed that relations with the United States remain strong, while the European Union backed Spain, describing EU-U.S. trade as mutually beneficial and pledging to protect the interests of all member states.

Trump also renewed his claim that the United States should acquire Greenland, arguing the Arctic territory is vital for U.S. security. Denmark and Greenland once again rejected the idea, insisting Greenland is not for sale. Despite the disagreements, all 32 NATO members reaffirmed their commitment to the alliance’s collective defence principle, with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte describing the summit as a success.

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