Irish Examiner view: The impact of Trump’s many whims

These are truly uncertain times

President Donald Trump in Washington this week. Picture: Evan Vucci/AP

Instead of watering down threats to take over Greenland amid a growing crisis for Nato, the US ramped up the rhetoric again on Wednesday even suggesting it is now considering buying the territory from Denmark.

Following Danish requests for an urgent meeting, US secretary of state, Marco Rubio confirmed he plans to meet Danish officials next week to discuss Greenland, but did little to dial down concerns.