Donald Trump's suggestion that the US could seize Greenland by force has exposed the strategic isolation his administration has chosen, in disregard for the country's commitments. Even though the Republican president abandoned the idea at Davos, the damage to US credibility is substantial.

US president posts flurry of provocative messages on social media on Greenland, upping ante before World Economic Forum.

President Donald Trump's bid to acquire Greenland is 'not something new,' said U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, speaking to CNBC.