President-elect Donald Trump has stirred controversy by suggesting the expansion of U.S. power into Canada, Greenland, and the Panama Canal, alarming European leaders and causing concern about the future of trans-Atlantic relations. Despite assurances from European officials that the U.S. is unlikely to use force to annex territory, analysts warn of potential damage to international norms and the NATO alliance. Trump’s focus on securing strategic resources and waterways, particularly in Greenland, is seen as part of a broader effort to counter China’s dominance in key minerals. European leaders are cautiously responding to Trump’s rhetoric, highlighting the delicate balance of power dynamics in the region.
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A significant rainfall of 1 to 4 inches along the I-95 corridor prompted flash flood warnings, with Burlington County, NJ, receiving nearly 6 inches. As flooding risks shift to the Carolinas and Dallas-Fort Worth, wildfire smoke from over 650 Canadian fires is impacting air quality in the Midwest, with extreme heat advisories in effect across six states from Louisiana to South Carolina. Want More Context? 🔎
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