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Originally published by Capital Newstop
January 17, 2026
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Trump threatens new tariffs on countries opposed to Greenland takeover

He did not say which countries might be hit with new tariffs, or what authority he would invoke to use tariffs in pursuit of his goal. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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President Donald Trump controversially threatened to impose tariffs on countries opposing his ambition to acquire Greenland, citing U.S. national security concerns. This declaration comes amidst widespread international opposition and skepticism from within the U.S.
- Trump stated he "may put a tariff on countries if they don’t go along with Greenland."
- A bipartisan U.S. congressional delegation, including Democrats and Republicans, visited Greenland to show support for the territory and "lower the temperature."
- Denmark has warned that military action by the U.S. against Greenland would mean "the end of Nato."
- European allies, including France, Germany, and the UK, have sent troops to Greenland for a reconnaissance mission, emphasizing the shared importance of Arctic security.
- Greenlandic MP Aaja Chemnitz expressed hope after meeting U.S. legislators, stating, "We need friends. We need allies."
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