UK politicians condemn Trump’s threat to impose tariffs over Greenland

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 3 min read 100% complete by Geraldine McKelvie and Jakub KrupaJanuary 17, 2026 at 07:13 PM

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Donald Trump has threatened to impose tariffs on the UK and seven other European countries, citing their troop deployments to Greenland as a "dangerous situation." The tariffs, starting at 10% on February 1st and potentially rising to 25% in June, are linked to Trump's past interest in buying Greenland. UK politicians across party lines have condemned the proposed tariffs, with concerns raised about the burden on British businesses and the impact on NATO allies. The UK government has yet to issue an official statement. The European countries involved have been advised to react calmly and continue working with Denmark to address US security interests.

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Nigel Farage 40% Stella Creasy 40% Ed Davey 50% Germany ×260% Kemi Badenoch 60% France ×260% United States ×270% Denmark ×270% North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) ×375% UK ×680% Donald Trump ×790% Greenland ×1095%

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tariffs 100% greenland 90% donald trump 80% uk 70% nato 60% european countries 60% trade war 50% international relations 50% political condemnation 40%