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Trump says he will '100%' carry out Greenland tariffs threat, as EU vows to protect its interests

January 20, 2026

President Trump has declared his intent to impose tariffs on European nations opposing U. S. claims over Greenland, stating he will '100%' follow through on this threat. In response, European officials, including Denmark's foreign minister and the UK's foreign secretary, emphasized the importance of Greenland's sovereignty and that its future should be determined by its people and Denmark.

mposit image of Donald Trump and Kaja Kallas. Both are looking towards the camera, Kallas has two microphones in front of her whereas Trump is outside wearing a navy at and a red tie

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Trump threatens to impose tariffs on EU countries opposing U. S. claims to Greenland.
EU's foreign policy chief states the bloc will protect its interests without seeking conflict.
Denmark's foreign minister asserts that Trump cannot force ownership of Greenland.
UK Foreign Secretary emphasizes that Greenland's future is a matter for Greenlanders and Denmark.

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Trump says he will '100%' carry out Greenland tariffs threat, as EU vows to protect its interests

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Trump says he will '100%' carry out Greenland tariffs threat, as EU vows to protect its interests

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