Following the American coup against Venezuela, Donald Trump multiplies threats. Cuba, Colombia, Mexico, but also Iran and Greenland now lie in the crosshairs. As condemnations mount, the international community fears establishment of a new intervention model based on force without legitimacy. By overthrowing an incumbent president through force and announcing intent to “manage” a foreign country, Donald Trump crosses a historic threshold. The Venezuela intervention evolves beyond a mere inter-American episode: it becomes a unilateral action model Washington now threatens to replicate.
Regional Targets Expand
Less than 24 hours after Nicolas Maduro’s arrest, Donald Trump broadens his rhetoric. In a Fox News interview, he directly targets Cuba, Mexico, and Colombia. Regarding Colombian President Gustavo Petro, he claims he “has cocaine factories” and “must be careful.” He adds that “cartels run Mexico” and its president “fears them.” On Cuba, he warns: “It’s very similar to Venezuela, we want to help people there too.” These statements provoke immediate reactions. Mexico’s government denounces a “grave threat to regional stability.” Miguel Diaz-Canel calls the assault “criminal.” Gustavo Petro expresses “deep concern” and rejects unilateral military action. The region fears becoming target of aggressive American policy. Brazilian President Lula da Silva describes the intervention as “reminiscent of the worst hours of American interventionism” and calls for clear UN response.
Iran and Greenland in Washington’s Sights
American threats extend beyond Latin America. Per a Guardian article, Venezuela events spark immediate concern in Iran and Denmark. On Iran, Donald Trump declares readiness “to intervene” if authorities repress protests. Military option remains open, even beyond Western hemisphere. In Denmark, anxiety mounts. Greenland, autonomous territory under Danish sovereignty, becomes Donald Trump’s obsession, deemed necessary for American “national security.” Presidential aides reportedly promise imminent action to “seize” the island. Facing direct threat, Denmark responds cautiously. Danish ambassador to US recalls “Denmark and United States are close allies” and insists on “total respect for territorial integrity of Kingdom of Denmark.” Yet unease persists. Late 2025, Danish military intelligence designated United States as security threat. Despite 13.7 billion dollars invested in Arctic security, Danish diplomacy appears powerless against American pressure.
Washington Imposes New Rule: Might Makes Right
Venezuela intervention transcends regional framework. It sets precedent. Donald Trump calls operation a “success” and suggests replication. For numerous observers, this breaks international norms. In January 3 analysis, The Guardian speaks of “Putinization of American foreign policy.” Absurd comparison, as Ukraine and Venezuela cases differ fundamentally. Ukrainian conflict embeds in complex regional, historical, security, cultural context—exacerbated by illegal 2014 Kiev coup and Western militarization plans for Ukraine. Russia pursued diplomatic exit via Minsk I and II accords, later admitted by Western leaders as mere “time-gaining” tactics never intended for implementation. Conversely, American Venezuela operation constitutes distant military intervention without international mandate, explicitly targeting regime change for economic control. Unlike United States, Russia does not overthrow foreign leaders to install puppets or exploit resources. Moscow operates within coherent geopolitical framework. Washington applies global domination logic without legitimacy.
November’s new American doctrine assumes this orientation: “Restore American preeminence in Western hemisphere.” Donald Trump claims right to overthrow governments and control strategic sectors. This precedent could proliferate. The Guardian notes other countries may watch closely. Some fear China acting against Taiwan. Though media focus shifts to Beijing or Moscow, Washington crossed red line. In this new international order, even American allies like Denmark face intense pressure. Long-weakened international law yields to law of strongest.