Sunday, January 18, 2026 - U.S. President, Donald Trump has intensified his push to acquire Greenland, warning that several European nations could face steep trade penalties unless the United States secures ownership of the Danish-controlled territory.
In a series of statements, Trump said tariffs of up to 25
percent would be imposed on goods from multiple European countries, including
Denmark, if they continue opposing Washington’s ambitions over Greenland. The
Arctic island, home to about 57,000 people, is considered strategically vital
due to its mineral wealth and location along emerging Arctic trade and security
routes.
Trump specifically criticized Denmark and other NATO allies
that have recently deployed troops to Greenland, describing their actions as
provocative and destabilizing. He argued that such military presence increases
global security risks and justified what he called “strong countermeasures” to
force a resolution.
According to Trump, countries including Denmark, Norway,
Sweden, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands and Finland would
face a 10 percent tariff on all exports to the United States starting February
1. He added that the levy would rise to 25 percent by June 1, remaining in
effect until an agreement is reached for what he described as the “complete and
total purchase” of Greenland.
“These nations are playing a very dangerous game,” Trump
said, warning that their actions have created an unsustainable level of risk.
He claimed the proposed tariffs were necessary to protect global peace and
bring the situation to a swift conclusion.
It remains unclear under what legal authority the U.S.
president would impose such tariffs on allied nations, particularly fellow
members of NATO. If enacted, the measures would mark an extraordinary
escalation in tensions within the alliance.
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