EU Vows Unflinching Response to Trump’s Greenland Gambit at Davos
At Davos this week, Ursula von der Leyen warns of an ‘unflinching’ EU response to Trump’s Greenland tariff threats, highlighting rising transatlantic tensions.
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Greenland Gambit: Trust on Thin Ice in NATO
On the first anniversary of Trump’s presidency, his Greenland gambit—talks of buying the island, threats, tariffs—has deepened a transatlantic trust crisis and rocked Arctic cooperation.
EU Moves to Soften Greenland Tensions After Trump’s Bold Flag Move
The EU is working to de-escalate tensions over Greenland after President Trump posted an image planting a US flag, signaling a new Arctic rivalry.
Denmark Deploys More Troops to Greenland Amid U.S. Tensions
Denmark has sent more troops to Greenland on Jan 19, 2026, for expanded NATO exercises amid rising U.S. tensions over former President Trump’s bid for control. Arctic readiness steps up.
EU Readies Response to Trump’s Greenland Purchase and Tariff Threats
As President Trump pushes to buy Greenland and threatens tariffs on NATO allies, the EU is considering its own countermeasures, sparking a high-stakes clash over sovereignty and trade.
Beijing Says Stop the ‘China Threat’ Excuse Over Greenland
Beijing’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun on Monday slammed US tariff threats on Greenland, urging Washington to ditch the ‘China threat’ excuse.
Starmer: Tariffs Won’t Work on Allies, Backs Greenland’s Self-Rule
UK PM Starmer says tariffs are the wrong tool to pressure allies, backs Greenlandic self-determination, and calls for NATO cooperation to boost Arctic security.
Trump Threatens EU Tariffs Over Greenland Deal
Trump threatens 10% tariffs on EU goods over Greenland plan, prompting Brussels to plan retaliation and sparking fears of a renewed trade war.
Greenland’s PM Rebuffs US Tariff Threats, Stands for Self-Determination
Greenland’s PM Jens-Frederik Nielsen on Jan 19 reaffirmed his island’s right to self-determination, rejecting US tariff threats as thousands rallied in solidarity over the weekend.
EU Prepares Emergency Summit Over US Greenland Tariff Threats
EU leaders will meet on Jan 22 for an emergency summit to respond to US tariff threats over Greenland and weigh possible countermeasures to protect their economic interests.