Trump's Greenland Tariffs Spark European Outcry, Warn of 'Dangerous Downward Spiral'

• US President Donald Trump announced a 10% tariff on eight European countries opposing American control over Greenland.
• Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, and the UK condemned the tariffs, reaffirming unity and transatlantic cooperation.
• The European nations, all NATO members, emphasized their commitment to Arctic security and stated the 'Arctic Endurance' exercise was not a threat.
• They warned that tariff threats undermine transatlantic relations and risk a 'dangerous downward spiral,' vowing a united response.
• The tariffs follow protests in Nuuk, Greenland, against US pressure, with Trump linking tariffs to Greenland talks for US national security.

Why It Matters: Trump's tariffs over Greenland have united European nations in opposition, threatening transatlantic relations.