Denmark Stands Firm Against US Blackmail Over Greenland, Trump's Tariffs Loom

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News18•19-01-2026, 09:51
Denmark Stands Firm Against US Blackmail Over Greenland, Trump's Tariffs Loom
- •Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen confirmed ongoing diplomatic dialogue with the US despite rising tensions over Greenland.
- •A new agreement between Denmark, Greenland, and the US will establish a working group to address the issue.
- •Danish PM Mette Frederiksen condemned Trump's tariff threats as blackmail, emphasizing Europe's unity against such tactics.
- •Trump's proposed tariffs on European countries, including Denmark, are linked to the US's desire to purchase Greenland.
- •European nations and NATO allies are preparing retaliatory measures and expressing strong objections to the US tariff threats.
Why It Matters: Denmark and Europe reject US 'blackmail' over Greenland, maintaining dialogue while preparing for tariff retaliation.
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