Following Trump’s hints, the Canadian military simulates a hypothetical US invasion.
A Canadian newspaper reported on Tuesday that the Canadian military has developed a military model simulating a hypothetical US invasion, as President Donald Trump once again hinted at the possibility of annexing Canada.
The Globe and Mail quoted unnamed senior government officials as saying that the Canadian response scenario is based on tactics similar to those used by the Mujahideen in Afghanistan to resist Soviet and later American forces.
The newspaper added that the officials expressed their belief that Trump is unlikely to order an invasion of Canada.
Since his re-election in 2024, Trump has repeatedly referred to Canada, the United States’ northern neighbor, as the 51st US state, asserting that annexation would benefit Canadians.
Although he has spoken less about this issue in recent months, Trump posted an image on social media Tuesday night showing a map of Canada covered with the American flag alongside Venezuela, implicitly suggesting his desire for complete control over both countries.
The two officials explained to The Globe that in the event of an invasion, US forces could seize Canadian territory by land and sea in just two days.
Given Canada’s lack of military resources to resist the US, its response would resemble an insurgency campaign, employing ambushes and hit-and-run tactics, according to the report.
The newspaper stated that the model being developed “is a conceptual and theoretical framework, not a military plan, but rather a practical guide and specific steps for conducting operations.”
The Canadian military did not immediately comment on The Globe’s report.
Control of Greenland
The newspaper reported that the Canadian military anticipates clear indicators if the US plans to invade Canada, including a decision to end bilateral cooperation within the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD).
The Globe added that Canada would likely turn to Britain and France for assistance.
Both Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney are attending the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, this week.
Trump’s threats to annex Greenland overshadowed the annual gathering of political and financial elites.
Trump’s demand for American control of the Danish territory posed a test for NATO, which includes Canada.
Reports indicate that Carney is considering sending a limited number of troops to Greenland, similar to other NATO allies, as a gesture of support for the island.
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