Spread the loveJanuary 16, 2026—In one phrase and many acts, President Donald Trump made international law obsolete. In an exclusive interview with the New York Times, U.S. President Donald Trump said out loud what many of his actions have shown: International law is no longer relevant. I do, but it depends what your definition of international law is.”The interview continued with questions about Greenland—a country Trump insists the United States should own. International Law includes rules from treaties, conventions, declarations, agreements, and customs. For more information, see our International Law Resources page.

Source: International New York Times January 17, 2026 16:17 UTC