Trump’s tariff threat is an attempt to divide Europe and quash opposition over Greenland

The Guardian - World NewsEN 3 min read 100% complete by Lisa O’Carroll Senior correspondent, international tradeJanuary 17, 2026 at 10:07 PM
Trump’s tariff threat is an attempt to divide Europe and quash opposition over Greenland

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Donald Trump is threatening new tariffs on eight European countries, including the UK and several EU members, jeopardizing trade deals made last summer. This move has stalled EU ratification of the EU-US trade agreement, as major European Parliament blocs oppose approval given Trump's actions and reported interest in acquiring Greenland. The threatened tariffs target countries individually, despite the EU handling trade deals centrally. Both the EU and UK are currently negotiating to reduce existing US tariffs, particularly on steel. Observers suggest Trump's actions aim to divide Europe and suppress opposition to his Greenland ambitions. The EU is expected to hold an emergency meeting to discuss the situation.

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