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News|Donald TrumpTrump pledges to slap tariffs on European allies over GreenlandUS president says 10 percent tariffs will be imposed on eight countries over their opposition to US control of the self-governing Danish territory.

The United States has announced the implementation of tariffs on several European nations in response to their opposition to US control over Greenland. These tariffs, set to commence at 10% on Thu, Feb 1, 2026, will affect Denmark, Finland, France,…

WBy William HayesJan 18, 20261 min read

The United States has announced the implementation of tariffs on several European nations in response to their opposition to US control over Greenland. These tariffs, set to commence at 10% on Thu, Feb 1, 2026, will affect Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Norway, Sweden, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. The tariffs are scheduled to increase to 25% on Mon, Jun 1, 2026, and will remain in effect until an agreement is reached regarding the US acquisition of Greenland.

European leaders have expressed significant opposition to the announced tariffs. French President Emmanuel Macron emphasized that such threats are unacceptable and assured a united European response to uphold sovereignty. Similarly, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated that tariffs imposed on allies for pursuing NATO's collective security are inappropriate and affirmed that the UK would address the issue directly with the US.

European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas remarked that the tariffs could potentially hinder economic prosperity on both sides of the Atlantic, benefiting adversaries like China and Russia by creating divisions among allies.

The US administration has expressed a long-standing interest in acquiring Greenland, citing strategic defense needs, including the proposed US missile defense system, the Golden Dome. The tariffs are perceived as a response to visits by European representatives to Greenland, which the US viewed as opposition to its interests.

The United States has announced the implementation of tariffs on several European nations in response to their opposition to US control over Greenland.
William Hayes · Thehackingpost

Protests have occurred in Denmark and Greenland in response to the US's intentions. Demonstrations in Copenhagen and Nuuk highlighted local opposition to any transfer of Greenland's control. Participants voiced their desire for continued self-governance.

The imposition of tariffs marks an escalation in tensions within NATO, potentially straining the alliance's longstanding security commitments. Efforts by Denmark and Greenland to engage the US administration on this issue have not yielded changes in the US stance thus far.

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Denmark's foreign minister, Lars Lokke Rasmussen, highlighted the US's persistent interest in controlling Greenland following discussions with US officials.

Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.

AI transparency. This article was produced with the assistance of artificial intelligence and published under human editorial oversight. AI systems can make mistakes. Read how we use AI (EU AI Act, Art. 50).
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