Tariff Threat:On Saturday, January 17, 2026, President Trump announced on Truth Social that the US would impose 10% tariffs (rising to 25% in June) on Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the UK, the Netherlands, and Finland until a deal is reached for the Complete and Total purchase of Greenland.
European Reaction:European leaders described the threats as unacceptable and blackmail, with French President Emmanuel Macron and others vowing not to be intimidated.