Trump Threatens Tariffs on Eight European Nations Over Greenland Dispute
Trump Announces 10% Tariffs, Warns of 25% Hike Over Greenland Control: Former U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday announced plans to impose new tariffs on eight European countries, citing their opposition to U.S. control over Greenland and what he described as growing global security risks.
In a post shared on the Truth Social platform, Trump said a 10 percent tariff would be imposed on goods imported from Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and Finland. He added that the tariffs would rise to 25 percent starting June 1, 2026, if no agreement is reached regarding Greenland.
“For years we have subsidized Denmark, all the countries of the European Union, and others, without tariffs or payment of any kind,” Trump wrote. “After centuries, it’s time for Denmark to give back. World peace is at stake.”
Trump claimed that China and Russia have shown interest in Greenland and criticized Denmark’s ability to secure the territory, stating that it currently maintains minimal security resources there. He argued that only the United States could effectively protect Greenland and ensure global stability.
Trump Targets European Trade, Citing Security Risks in Greenland
“No one will touch this sacred piece of land, especially when the national security of the United States and the security of the entire world is at stake,” Trump said, adding that the presence of several European nations in Greenland created what he called “unacceptable risks” to U.S. and global security.
He further stated that “urgent and strong action” was necessary to prevent what he described as a dangerous international situation, warning that these countries were “playing a very dangerous game.”
Trump said the proposed tariffs would remain in place until an agreement is reached for the “full purchase of Greenland,” noting that past U.S. administrations had also explored the possibility of acquiring the territory, though Denmark has consistently rejected such proposals.
According to Trump, billions of dollars are currently being spent on security initiatives, including programs connected to continental defense and Canada’s security. He said the United States remains open to negotiations with Denmark or any of the countries named.
No immediate response was issued by the governments of the affected European nations following Trump’s announcement.
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