Trump walks back Greenland tariffs threat, citing vague ‘deal’ over territory

The Guardian - World News DiplomaticNews ReportEN 4 min read 100% complete by Lauren Aratani in New YorkJanuary 21, 2026 at 11:25 PM

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Donald Trump has rescinded his threat to impose tariffs on eight European countries (Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the UK, the Netherlands, and Finland), which were initially scheduled to begin February 1st. The tariffs were in response to their support for Greenland's autonomous status. Trump claimed to have reached a "framework of a future deal" regarding Greenland after meeting with the NATO secretary general. While details of the agreement remain vague, it purportedly involves a US missile defense shield partly based in Greenland. NATO indicated discussions will focus on Arctic security and preventing Russian or Chinese influence in Greenland. Negotiations between Denmark, Greenland, and the United States will continue.

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Negotiations between Denmark, Greenland, and the United States will go forward.

factual — Allison Hart, Nato spokesperson100% confidence

EU leaders threatened to deploy the bloc’s anti-coercion instrument (ACI) in retaliation.

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The US will not hit Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the UK, the Netherlands and Finland with tariffs.

factual — Donald Trump100% confidence

Trump walked back his threat to impose US tariffs on eight European countries.

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Trump claimed he had agreed “the framework of a future deal” on Greenland.

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United Kingdom 50% Sweden 50% France 50% Germany 50% Netherlands 50% Finland 50% Norway 50% Denmark ×270% European Union ×270% United States ×370% Greenland ×780% Donald Trump ×490%

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tariffs 90% greenland 80% trade deal 70% us allies 60% international relations 60% trade sanctions 50% arctic security 50% missile defense 50% economic forum 40%