President Donald Trump announced a sharp escalation in trade pressure against Denmark and several European nations, making it clear that the days of one-sided arrangements are over. In a lengthy Truth Social post on Saturday, Trump declared that the United States will impose a 10% tariff on goods from multiple European countries unless Denmark agrees to the “complete and total purchase of Greenland” by the U.S.
According to Trump, America has subsidized Denmark and much of Europe for decades — not through charity drives, but by failing to charge tariffs while simultaneously providing what he described as “maximum protection.” In other words, the U.S. picked up the tab, and Europe got comfortable. Shockingly.
“We have subsidized Denmark, and all of the Countries of the European Union, and others, for many years by not charging them Tariffs,” Trump wrote, adding that the time has come for Denmark to give something back — because, as he bluntly put it, “World Peace is at stake!”
Trump warned that both China and Russia have their eyes on Greenland, and that Denmark is in no position to stop them. He sarcastically noted that Denmark’s current defenses amount to “two dogsleds,” one of which was added recently — a detail that underscores just how serious this situation apparently is.
Trump emphasized that only the United States, under his leadership, has the capability to protect Greenland effectively and ensure global security. He described Greenland as a “sacred piece of land” whose importance goes far beyond Denmark’s limited capacity to defend it.
The president also pointed out that Denmark, along with Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and Finland, have all “journeyed” to Greenland for “purposes unknown,” creating what he called a dangerous situation for the safety and survival of the planet. As a result, all of these countries will face a 10% tariff on goods sent to the United States, with that rate set to increase to 25% on June 1, 2026.
The tariffs, Trump made clear, will remain in place until a deal is reached for the full purchase of Greenland.
Greenland, a semi-autonomous territory of Denmark, has become increasingly strategic as Arctic ice melts, opening new shipping lanes and access to vast natural resources. It already hosts a critical U.S. military base and sits at a crossroads vital to modern defense systems.
Trump noted that the United States has tried to purchase Greenland for more than 150 years, only to be repeatedly turned away by Denmark. He tied the renewed push to modern weapons systems and the “Golden Dome,” explaining that hundreds of billions of dollars are being invested in national defense — and that these systems can only operate at maximum effectiveness if Greenland is included.
Once again, Trump is doing what few leaders are willing to do: saying the quiet part out loud, putting American security first, and demanding fair treatment from allies who have grown accustomed to the status quo. Whether Europe likes the tone or not, the message is clear — strong leadership means tough decisions, and the United States is serious about protecting its future and the stability of the world.
