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U.S. allies seek more independence as Trump claims Greenland deal

European leaders move toward a historic break from Washington despite a late U.S. reversal on tariff threats.

Trump's visit dominated the elite gathering of government and business leaders at Davos, Switzerland.
Trump's visit dominated the elite gathering of government and business leaders at Davos, Switzerland. (J. Heilprin/AN)

DAVOS, Switzerland (AN) — The World Economic Forum reached a historic turning point as some Western nations declared a formal end to the U.S.-led global order.

The summit, already tense after U.S. President Donald Trump was delayed by mechanical issues with Air Force One on Wednesday, became a stage for a major breakdown in diplomatic relations.

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