Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has expressed that 'Europe won't be blackmailed' by President Donald Trump's tariff threats over Greenland. Trump has threatened a new 10% levy on goods from eight allied nations, including Denmark, if they do not support his proposed acquisition of the autonomous Danish territory. Recently, Frederiksen and several European leaders issued a joint statement warning that these tariffs could undermine transatlantic relations and lead to a 'dangerous downward spiral'.
On Monday, Trump stated that NATO has urged Denmark for years to address the 'Russian threat' posed by Greenland, asserting that action is required. Furthermore, he has famously remarked that the U.S. would secure Greenland 'the easy way or the hard way', alluding to possible hostile actions, which has been condemned widely.
The anticipated tariffs, which may escalate to 25% by June, would impact Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, and the UK. Trump's explicit conditions state these levies would remain until a deal for the 'Complete and Total purchase of Greenland' is reached. In light of these threats, leaders from affected nations showcased their solidarity with Denmark and Greenland, asserting their commitment to the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the region.
Frederiksen emphasized on social media that Europe is determined to uphold fundamental values and insisted they are not seeking conflict. UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer also criticized Trump's threats as 'completely wrong', indicating that Britain would address the issue directly with the U.S. administration.
Public outrage has continued in both Denmark and Greenland, with protests occurring in multiple cities against Trump's takeover ambitions, following an earlier referendum in Greenland where 85% opposed becoming part of the U.S. Overall, the sentiment in Europe suggests a firm resistance against Trump's aggressive tactics over Greenland.
On Monday, Trump stated that NATO has urged Denmark for years to address the 'Russian threat' posed by Greenland, asserting that action is required. Furthermore, he has famously remarked that the U.S. would secure Greenland 'the easy way or the hard way', alluding to possible hostile actions, which has been condemned widely.
The anticipated tariffs, which may escalate to 25% by June, would impact Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, and the UK. Trump's explicit conditions state these levies would remain until a deal for the 'Complete and Total purchase of Greenland' is reached. In light of these threats, leaders from affected nations showcased their solidarity with Denmark and Greenland, asserting their commitment to the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the region.
Frederiksen emphasized on social media that Europe is determined to uphold fundamental values and insisted they are not seeking conflict. UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer also criticized Trump's threats as 'completely wrong', indicating that Britain would address the issue directly with the U.S. administration.
Public outrage has continued in both Denmark and Greenland, with protests occurring in multiple cities against Trump's takeover ambitions, following an earlier referendum in Greenland where 85% opposed becoming part of the U.S. Overall, the sentiment in Europe suggests a firm resistance against Trump's aggressive tactics over Greenland.
