Trump Tariffs: Germany Retreats from Greenland, 8 Nations Defy US Pressure

• US President Donald Trump imposed a 10% tariff on European countries, leading to Germany recalling its 15-soldier reconnaissance team from Greenland.
• The tariffs, set to begin February 1 and potentially rise to 25% by June 1, are linked to Trump's demand for the US to purchase Greenland.
• Eight European nations, including Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, UK, Netherlands, and Finland, are standing firm against Trump's demands, with some deploying fighter jets.
• EU leaders, including Ursula von der Leyen and Kaja Kallas, condemned the tariffs, warning of weakened transatlantic relations and benefits for adversaries like China and Russia.
• French President Emmanuel Macron and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer strongly rejected the tariff threats, emphasizing national sovereignty and allied unity.

Why It Matters: Trump's tariffs on European allies over Greenland have caused a rift, with Germany retreating but 8 nations defying.