Trump has loaded the bases of warcraft hoping for a Grand Slam

The Greek Courier

By Yiannis Damellos

Wednesday, the 14th of January 2026

For someone who was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize just last year, waging war on several fronts simultaneously and jeopardizing longstanding alliances while targeting hostile regimes in 3 differnet continents is a dramatic shift. Yet, when it comes to Donald Trump, who has declared war even against his own people, such moves are hardly unexpected. After all, cleaning his dirty laundry takes a lot of detergent.

In a flurry of geopolitical maneuvering, the United States has ordered the evacuation of personnel from Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar as tensions escalate with Iran. This precautionary measure coincides with President Donald Trump’s increasingly aggressive rhetoric, including a bizarre threat regarding Greenland, just ahead of crucial meetings in Washington. 

Evacuations Amid Iranian Unrest

The U.S. decision to pull back some personnel follows Trump's declaration that “help is on its way” to protesters in Iran, where security forces have brutally suppressed anti-government demonstrations. In a move reminiscent of previous escalations in the region, a defense official indicated that the evacuation is largely precautionary, given Tehran’s violent crackdown. 

Currently, around 10,000 U.S. troops are stationed at the Al Udeid base, a strategic hub in the Middle East. Recent developments have heightened alertness, as aircraft have also been repositioned amid growing concerns surrounding Iranian military capabilities and intentions. Seems like a bombing strike is imminent!

Greenland: A New Target of Trump’s National Security Agenda

Simultaneously, in an unanticipated twist, Trump has issued a radical claim regarding Greenland hours before Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Vice President JD Vance meet with leaders from Denmark and Greenland. On his Truth Social account, Trump insisted, “The United States needs Greenland for the purposes of National Security,” warning that, “If we don’t, Russia or China will, and that is not going to happen!”

This latest assertion has drawn skepticism from both NATO allies and Greenlandic officials, who have expressed a firm preference for maintaining ties with Denmark. Jens-Frederik Nielsen, Greenland's premier, succinctly stated, “If we have to choose between the USA and Denmark here and now, we choose Denmark.”

With this current push for Greenland at the forefront, the diplomatic meeting raises questions about the direction of U.S. foreign policy under Trump, regarding NATO, particularly given the absence of any evidence suggesting threats from Russia or China regarding the territory.

Venezuela War Powers Vote Looming

Adding another layer of complexity to the day’s events, a critical War Powers vote concerning potential U.S. military action in Venezuela is set to unfold in the Senate. Despite Trump’s efforts to sway Republican senators to flip their positions, speculation persists regarding the possibility of legislative roadblocks facing the administration.

Senate Majority Leader John Thune acknowledged the ongoing conversations among GOP leaders, noting that some members are still weighing their options meticulously. Democratic Senator Tim Kaine, a strong proponent of the resolution, expressed confidence that the bipartisan support for curbing Trump’s war powers will remain intact.

As these multifaceted tensions unfold—from Iran to Greenland to Venezuela—it remains clear that the White House faces significant challenges at home and abroad, with Trump's administration navigating a precarious balance of military readiness and international diplomacy.