The 2026 World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos has just been upended by a digital firestorm. In a move that has left European diplomats reeling, President Donald Trump took to social media to troll world leaders with a mock-up image of himself planting the American flag on Greenland, while simultaneously leaking private, "fawning" text messages from top international heads of state.

The Greenland Photo That Broke the Internet

As global elites gathered in Switzerland to discuss trade and climate, President Trump shifted the spotlight back to his controversial bid to purchase Greenland. The viral image, shared across his social media platforms, depicts a towering Trump in a suit, victoriously planting the Stars and Stripes into the icy terrain of the Danish territory.

The caption simply read: "Making Greenland Great Again! See you all at Davos."

The "Greenland Crisis" has escalated in recent days following Trump’s threat to impose a 25% tariff on eight European nations—including the UK, France, and Germany—unless they facilitate a deal for the strategic landmass.

Leaked Texts: "Fawning" World Leaders Exposed

In perhaps the most "spicy" development of the week, the President also released screenshots of private messages allegedly sent to him by various world leaders. The leaked texts appear to show a stark contrast between the leaders' public criticism of Trump’s "Greenland Cold War" and their private attempts to stay in his good graces.

One leaked message, purportedly from French President Emmanuel Macron, suggested a secret "G7+1" meeting in Paris to bypass the Davos crowd and settle trade disputes directly with the White House. Trump’s team characterized these messages as "fawning" and "desperate," aiming to show that despite public pushback, world leaders are eager to negotiate.

Davos in Disarray: Diplomatic Fallout

The reaction in Davos has been one of "shock and frustration." EU officials have labeled the leaks a "massive breach of diplomatic protocol."

"This is not how international relations are conducted," one senior European diplomat stated anonymously. "Threatening tariffs over territory and then leaking private correspondence destroys the foundation of trust needed for trade talks."

Why Greenland? The Strategic Stakes

Trump’s obsession with Greenland isn't just about real estate; it’s about:

  • Arctic Dominance: Controlling the northern shipping routes as ice melts.

  • Natural Resources: Vast untapped deposits of rare earth minerals, essential for tech and defense.

  • National Security: Expanding the US military footprint via Thule Air Base.

What’s Next for the Global Trade War?

With the 25% tariff deadline looming, the "Greenland Trolling" has raised the stakes for the remainder of the Davos summit. Markets are reacting with volatility as investors weigh the possibility of a full-scale trade war between the U.S. and its oldest European allies.