Trump tariff threat over Greenland 'unacceptable', European leaders say

BBC News - World DiplomaticNews ReportEN 4 min read 100% complete January 17, 2026 at 11:05 PM
Trump tariff threat over Greenland 'unacceptable', European leaders say
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European leaders are condemning President Trump's threat to impose tariffs on eight allied nations opposed to his proposed acquisition of Greenland. Trump announced a 10% tariff on goods from Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the UK, the Netherlands, and Finland, set to begin February 1st and potentially rise to 25% until a deal is reached for Greenland's purchase. He insists the territory is critical for US security, citing its strategic location. Protests against the potential takeover have occurred in Greenland and Denmark. European countries have voiced support for Denmark, emphasizing that Arctic security should be a joint NATO responsibility, and some have sent troops to Greenland for a reconnaissance mission. Trump claims these nations are playing "a very dangerous game" concerning global safety and security.

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France, Germany, Sweden, Norway, Finland, the Netherlands and the UK have dispatched troops to Greenland for reconnaissance.

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Trump insists the autonomous Danish territory is critical for US security.

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Trump announced a 10% tariff on goods from Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the UK, the Netherlands and Finland.

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Keir Starmer called Trump's tariff move "completely wrong".

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Trump threatened tariffs on eight allies opposed to his proposed takeover of Greenland.

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trump tariffs 90% greenland takeover 80% us security 70% european leaders 60% arctic region 50% international trade 50% geopolitics 40% nato 40%

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