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Trump threatens European allies with tariffs over Greenland deal
President Trump has announced new trade tariffs on the UK and several European countries unless the US is allowed to buy Greenland. A 10% levy would start in February.
President Trump has threatened the UK and its European allies with escalating trade tariffs unless the United States is permitted to purchase Greenland. In a social media post, he said a 10% levy would take effect from the 1st of February, rising to 25% from the 1st of June if no deal is reached. Trump added that the US is “immediately open to negotiation” with Denmark and the other countries involved.
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