EU vows to defend its borders against Trump
- European leaders, including Slovenia and Germany, are concerned about U.S. President-elect Trump's comments on using military force regarding Greenland.
- German Chancellor Olaf Scholz affirmed that the principle of inviolability of borders must be respected by all countries.
- The unified European response underscores the need to uphold international law and protect sovereign borders.
On January 9 and 10, 2025, Slovenia and other European countries expressed strong opposition to comments made by President-elect Donald Trump regarding military actions to claim control over Greenland and the Panama Canal. Slovenia's Foreign Minister Tanja Fajon stated that changing internationally recognized borders by force is unacceptable, emphasizing the dangers posed by Trump's aggressive foreign policy. In response to these comments, which have created confusion within Europe, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz reiterated the principle of inviolability of borders, asserting that this principle applies to every nation regardless of power. Scholz's remarks reflected a united stand among European leaders against any potential breaches of territorial integrity. The discussions in Berlin highlighted the concerns among European nations regarding the implications of Trump's foreign policy and the potential erosion of international law principles. Scholz's comments were part of a broader conversation among EU leaders about maintaining sovereignty and stability within Europe in light of increasing uncertainty on the global stage.