EU leaders push back as Trump threatens tariffs over Greenland

Key Highlights

• Trump's 10% tariff will affect Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the UK, the Netherlands, and Finland starting February 1, 2026.
• The tariff could increase to 25% on June 1, 2026, if no agreement is reached.
• The EU plans to hold an emergency meeting to discuss the situation and formulate a response.
• The tariff threats have sparked protests in Greenland and raised concerns over geopolitical tensions.
• The announcement has led to uncertainty regarding the ratification of the US-EU trade deal.