"In a massive escalation of the situation, President Trump made it clear that he willing to use economic warfare over the future of Denmark's vast Arctic island. European Union leaders warned of a "dangerous downward spiral". "Tariffs would undermine transatlantic relations and risk a dangerous downward spiral. Europe will remain united, coordinated, and committed to upholding its sovereignty," European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and EU Council President Antonio Costa said."
"In a post on Truth Social, Mr Trump said additional 10pc import tariffs would take effect on February 1 on goods from Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Finland and Britain - all already subject to tariffs imposed by Trump. Those tariffs would increase to 25pc on June 1 and would continue until a deal was reached for the U.S. to purchase Greenland."
"The president has repeatedly said Greenland is vital to U.S. security because of its strategic location and large mineral deposits, and has not ruled out using force to take it. In recent days the countries now being mentioned by Mr Trump sent military personnel to the island at Denmark's request. "These Countries, who are playing this very dangerous game, have put a level of risk in play that is not tenable or sustainable," Mr Trump wrote."
President Trump announced planned additional import tariffs starting February 1 and rising on June 1 to pressure a U.S. purchase of Greenland. The tariffs target Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Finland and Britain and would remain until a deal is reached. The president cited Greenland's strategic location and mineral deposits and did not rule out use of force. European Commission and Council leaders warned the tariffs would undermine transatlantic relations and risk a dangerous downward spiral, pledging unity and coordinated defense of sovereignty. Ireland was not listed but faces potential EU-wide retaliation and concern over U.S. companies based there.
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