Europe toughens stance as Trump threatens new tariffs over Greenland

European leaders have condemned threats levelled by the United States to impose new tariffs on countries who don't cooperate with U-S ambitions to take over Greenland. U-S President Donald Trump has continued with his plans to acquire control of the Arctic island, prompting warnings about the future of NATO and transatlantic ties.

COPENHAGEN, DENMARK - JANUARY 17: Protesters on City Square during a protest in support of Greenland on January 17, 2026 in Copenhagen, Denmark. The United States president continues to insist the U.S. must have Greenland, even by military means if necessary. Greenland is a semi-autonomous territory of Denmark, which has forcefully pushed back on the U.S. threats, saying they jeopardize the future of NATO. (Photo by Martin Sylvest Andersen/Getty Images) Credit: Martin Sylvest Andersen/Getty Images