US President Donald Trump on Monday (Jan 19) said that he watched the footage of agitators storming the Church in Minnesota, calling them “professionals”. Labelling them as “troublemakers”, the US President called for the “insurrectionists” to be thrown in jail or out of the country. Trump also warned Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Ilhan Omar, representative for Minnesota’s 5th congressional district, calling them “corrupt politicians”.“Just watched footage of the Church Raid in Minnesota by the agitators and insurrectionists. These people are professionals! No person acts the way they act. They are highly trained to scream, rant, and rave, like lunatics, in a certain manner, just like they are doing. They are troublemakers who should be thrown in jail, or thrown out of the Country.”He further attacked Walz and Omar, who he accused of having a networth of over $30 million. Calling them “corrupt politicians”, Trump demanded an investigation into the two democrats.“The first to go should be Walz, and Fake Sleazebag, Ilhan Omar, who is supposedly worth over $30 Million Dollars, even though she’s never had anything but a Government job. Investigate these Corrupt Politicians, and do it now!”As the anti-ICE protest continued in Minnesota following the killing of Renee Good by an immigration agent, a mob of agitators stormed a church on Sunday (Jan 17) in St Paul, Minnesota, disrupting the worship service.&nbsp;The tensions flared after protesters claimed that a pastor inside the church was affiliated with Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Following the incident, White House Press Secretary said that Trump will not tolerate intimidation and harassment of Christians at their place of worship. She also said that an investigation into the incident has been launched.In the videos of the incident shared on social media, protesters can be heard chanting, “Justice for Renee Good” and “Who needs justice, we need justice” as they interrupted the church service.In a statement on X, ICE said, “Agitators aren’t just targeting our officers. Now they’re targeting churches, too. They’re going from hotel to hotel, church to church, hunting for federal law enforcement who are risking their lives to protect Americans.”ICE further blamed Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey for inciting violence.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Agitators aren’t just targeting our officers. Now they’re targeting churches, too. They&#39;re going from hotel to hotel, church to church, hunting for federal law enforcement who are risking their lives to protect Americans. Tim Walz and Jacob Frey are responsible for whipping… <a href="https://t.co/O3WQ6Iftfe">https://t.co/O3WQ6Iftfe</a>&mdash; U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (@ICEgov) <a href="https://twitter.com/ICEgov/status/2013011485476208754?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 18, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Trump said he saw “professional” agitators storm a Minnesota church, urged jail or deportation for them, and accused Gov Tim Walz and Rep Ilhan Omar of corruption, calling for investigations.

US President Donald Trump on Monday (Jan 19) said that he watched the footage of agitators storming the Church in Minnesota, calling them “professionals”. Labelling them as “troublemakers”, the US President called for the “insurrectionists” to be thrown in jail or out of the country. Trump also warned Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Ilhan Omar, representative for Minnesota’s 5th congressional district, calling them “corrupt politicians”. “Just watched footage of the Church Raid in Minnesota by the agitators and insurrectionists. These people are professionals! No person acts the way they act. They are highly trained to scream, rant, and rave, like lunatics, in a certain manner, just like they are doing. They are troublemakers who should be thrown in jail, or thrown out of the Country.” He further attacked Walz and Omar, who he accused of having a networth of over $30 million. Calling them “corrupt politicians”, Trump demanded an investigation into the two democrats. “The first to go should be Walz, and Fake Sleazebag, Ilhan Omar, who is supposedly worth over $30 Million Dollars, even though she’s never had anything but a Government job. Investigate these Corrupt Politicians, and do it now!” As the anti-ICE protest continued in Minnesota following the killing of Renee Good by an immigration agent, a mob of agitators stormed a church on Sunday (Jan 17) in St Paul, Minnesota, disrupting the worship service. The tensions flared after protesters claimed that a pastor inside the church was affiliated with Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Following the incident, White House Press Secretary said that Trump will not tolerate intimidation and harassment of Christians at their place of worship. She also said that an investigation into the incident has been launched. In the videos of the incident shared on social media, protesters can be heard chanting, “Justice for Renee Good” and “Who needs justice, we need justice” as they interrupted the church service. In a statement on X, ICE said, “Agitators aren’t just targeting our officers. Now they’re targeting churches, too. They’re going from hotel to hotel, church to church, hunting for federal law enforcement who are risking their lives to protect Americans.” ICE further blamed Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey for inciting violence.

Trump said he saw “professional” agitators storm a Minnesota church, urged jail or deportation for them, and accused Gov Tim Walz and Rep Ilhan Omar of corruption, calling for investigations.

‘These people are professionals!’ Trump blasts ‘insurrectionists’ who stormed Minnesota church, calls Tim Walz ‘corrupt politician’

As US President Donald Trump continues to push for US acquisition of Greenland, the citizens of the frozen territory and Denmark have come up with a new way to show their defiance against the POTUS' plan: 'Make America Go Away' caps. As per reports, red baseball caps spoofing Donald Trump's signature MAGA hat have turned into a quiet but unmistakable symbol of resistance in Denmark and Greenland, as anger grows over Trump's threats to take control of the Arctic island.<h2>Make America Go Away</h2>The caps in Trump's signature red, read "Make America Go Away," a pointed parody of Trump's "Make America Great Again" slogan. Over the past week, the MAGA 2.0 caps have started surfacing across social media and at public demonstrations, including a weekend protest held in freezing conditions outside Copenhagen city hall.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-1-billion-for-peace-confusion-and-panic-as-trump-forces-gaza-peace-board-event-on-davos-2026-1768882863505">$1 billion for ‘peace’? Confusion and panic as Trump forces Gaza ‘Peace Board’ event on Davos 2026</a>European governments have closed ranks behind Denmark and Greenland, warning that Trump’s rhetoric undermines western security and destabilises the Arctic at a moment of heightened geopolitical tension.<h2>The man behind 'Make America Go Away'</h2>The hats were created by Jesper Rabe Tonnesen, a vintage clothing store owner in Copenhagen. As per reports, he first produced a small batch in 2024, when they drew little interest. That changed abruptly as Washington escalated its push for Greenland.“When a delegation from America went up to Greenland, we started to realise this probably wasn’t a joke,” Tonnesen said. “It’s not reality TV, it’s actually reality.”This, he said made him wonder, “‘OK, what can I do?’ Can I communicate in a funny way with a good message and unite the Danes to show that Danish people support the people of Greenland?” and thus the hats made a comeback.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/norway-pm-confirms-trump-sent-chilling-text-linking-nobel-snub-to-greenland-control-says-told-potus-not-our-fault-1768873546072">Norway PM confirms Trump sent ‘chilling’ text linking Nobel snub to Greenland control, says told POTUS 'not our fault'</a><h2>‘Make America Go Away’ hats sold out</h2>Talking to The Guardian, Tonnesen revealed that the demand for the hats has jumped almost overnight. What had been a slow trickle of sales turned into a sell-out in a single weekend. He said that he has now ordered several thousand more.One of the earliest designs played on a Danish phrase, “Nu det nok” meaning “Now it’s enough,” reworked as “Nu det NUUK!” — a nod to Nuuk, Greenland’s capital.At Saturday’s rally, protesters waved Danish and Greenlandic flags and held handmade signs mocking US claims. “No Means No,” read one. Another said, “Make America Smart Again.” Greenland insists that Trump’s tariff threats made no difference to the island. "We will not be pressured," Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen said in a Facebook post, adding that the autonomous territory "is a democratic society with the right to make its own decisions".&nbsp;

As Donald Trump keeps pushing for US control of Greenland, Denmark and Greenland have found a sharp, sarcastic way to push back: red baseball caps reading “Make America Go Away.”

As US President Donald Trump continues to push for US acquisition of Greenland, the citizens of the frozen territory and Denmark have come up with a new way to show their defiance against the POTUS' plan: 'Make America Go Away' caps. As per reports, red baseball caps spoofing Donald Trump's signature MAGA hat have turned into a quiet but unmistakable symbol of resistance in Denmark and Greenland, as anger grows over Trump's threats to take control of the Arctic island. Make America Go Away The caps in Trump's signature red, read "Make America Go Away," a pointed parody of Trump's "Make America Great Again" slogan. Over the past week, the MAGA 2.0 caps have started surfacing across social media and at public demonstrations, including a weekend protest held in freezing conditions outside Copenhagen city hall. Also read | $1 billion for ‘peace’? Confusion and panic as Trump forces Gaza ‘Peace Board’ event on Davos 2026 European governments have closed ranks behind Denmark and Greenland, warning that Trump’s rhetoric undermines western security and destabilises the Arctic at a moment of heightened geopolitical tension. The man behind 'Make America Go Away' The hats were created by Jesper Rabe Tonnesen, a vintage clothing store owner in Copenhagen. As per reports, he first produced a small batch in 2024, when they drew little interest. That changed abruptly as Washington escalated its push for Greenland. “When a delegation from America went up to Greenland, we started to realise this probably wasn’t a joke,” Tonnesen said. “It’s not reality TV, it’s actually reality.” This, he said made him wonder, “‘OK, what can I do?’ Can I communicate in a funny way with a good message and unite the Danes to show that Danish people support the people of Greenland?” and thus the hats made a comeback. Also read | Norway PM confirms Trump sent ‘chilling’ text linking Nobel snub to Greenland control, says told POTUS 'not our fault' ‘Make America Go Away’ hats sold out Talking to The Guardian, Tonnesen revealed that the demand for the hats has jumped almost overnight. What had been a slow trickle of sales turned into a sell-out in a single weekend. He said that he has now ordered several thousand more. One of the earliest designs played on a Danish phrase, “Nu det nok” meaning “Now it’s enough,” reworked as “Nu det NUUK!” — a nod to Nuuk, Greenland’s capital. At Saturday’s rally, protesters waved Danish and Greenlandic flags and held handmade signs mocking US claims. “No Means No,” read one. Another said, “Make America Smart Again.” Greenland insists that Trump’s tariff threats made no difference to the island. "We will not be pressured," Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen said in a Facebook post, adding that the autonomous territory "is a democratic society with the right to make its own decisions".

As Donald Trump keeps pushing for US control of Greenland, Denmark and Greenland have found a sharp, sarcastic way to push back: red baseball caps reading “Make America Go Away.”

‘Make America Go Away’: Danes troll Trump’s Greenland dream with MAGA spoof caps

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President Donald Trump linked his aggressive push for U.S. control over Greenland to frustration over not receiving the Nobel Peace Prize, arguing in a letter to Norway's Prime Minister that the snub frees him to prioritize American interests without "purely thinking of peace." 

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US President Donald Trump has said he will impose new tariffs on Denmark and seven other European countries unless they agree to a deal allowing the United States to buy Greenland.

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The Nobel Foundation restated that the Nobel Prizes cannot be passed on or further distributed even symbolically after the Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel laureate Maria Corina Machado on Thursday said that she presented her Nobel peace prize medal to US President Donald Trump during their meeting at the White House.&nbsp;"It said that one of the core missions of the Nobel Foundation is to safeguard the dignity of the Nobel Prizes and their administration," it said in a post on X.&nbsp;"The Foundation upholds Alfred Nobel's will and its stipulations. It states that the prizes shall be awarded to those who "have conferred the greatest benefit to humankind," and it specifies who has the right to award each respective prize. A prize can therefore not, even symbolically, be passed on or further distributed," the Foundation added.&nbsp;The remarks follows earlier statement by the Norwegian Nobel Committee that a Peace Prize can not be "shared, revoked and transferred once it is awarded to someone.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nobel-prize-cannot-be-shared-or-transferred-committee-after-machado-s-offer-to-give-her-award-to-trump-1768062840005">French President Macron seeks EU action under anti-coercion instrument against Trump tariffs over Greenland: Report</a>&nbsp;Donald Trump’s obsession with the Nobel Peace Prize became one of the defining fixations of his presidency, often influencing how he framed foreign policy decisions and international conflicts. The US president, on multiple occasions, presented himself as the most suitable candidate for the award for his efforts to stop multiple wars in the world. He often pushed world leaders to nominate him for the prestigious award.&nbsp;To placate his long-standing desire for the Nobel Prize, separate peace awards were later instituted by Israel and a football body linked to FIFA, both of which were presented to Trump.&nbsp;Machado, who won the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize for her role in championing democratic rights and a peaceful transition in Venezuela, said that she gave the medal to Trump as a symbol of appreciation for his "unique commitment to our freedom".&nbsp;"I presented the President of the United States the medal, the Nobel Peace Prize, and I told him this: 200 years ago, General Lafayette gave Simon Bolivar a medal with George Washington's face on it. Bolivar, since then, kept that medal for the rest of his life. It was given as a symbol of brotherhood to showcase the relationship between the people of the US and Venezuela," Machado said.&nbsp;The White House, in a post on X, also confirmed that Trump had accepted the Nobel Peace Prize medal. "President Donald J. Trump meets with Maria Corina Machado of Venezuela in the Oval Office, during which she presented the President with her Nobel Peace Prize in recognition and honour," the White House said in its post.

Donald Trump’s obsession with the Nobel Peace Prize became one of the defining fixations of his presidency, often influencing how he framed foreign policy decisions and international conflicts.

The Nobel Foundation restated that the Nobel Prizes cannot be passed on or further distributed even symbolically after the Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel laureate Maria Corina Machado on Thursday said that she presented her Nobel peace prize medal to US President Donald Trump during their meeting at the White House. "It said that one of the core missions of the Nobel Foundation is to safeguard the dignity of the Nobel Prizes and their administration," it said in a post on X. "The Foundation upholds Alfred Nobel's will and its stipulations. It states that the prizes shall be awarded to those who "have conferred the greatest benefit to humankind," and it specifies who has the right to award each respective prize. A prize can therefore not, even symbolically, be passed on or further distributed," the Foundation added. The remarks follows earlier statement by the Norwegian Nobel Committee that a Peace Prize can not be "shared, revoked and transferred once it is awarded to someone. Also Read: French President Macron seeks EU action under anti-coercion instrument against Trump tariffs over Greenland: Report Donald Trump’s obsession with the Nobel Peace Prize became one of the defining fixations of his presidency, often influencing how he framed foreign policy decisions and international conflicts. The US president, on multiple occasions, presented himself as the most suitable candidate for the award for his efforts to stop multiple wars in the world. He often pushed world leaders to nominate him for the prestigious award. To placate his long-standing desire for the Nobel Prize, separate peace awards were later instituted by Israel and a football body linked to FIFA, both of which were presented to Trump. Machado, who won the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize for her role in championing democratic rights and a peaceful transition in Venezuela, said that she gave the medal to Trump as a symbol of appreciation for his "unique commitment to our freedom". "I presented the President of the United States the medal, the Nobel Peace Prize, and I told him this: 200 years ago, General Lafayette gave Simon Bolivar a medal with George Washington's face on it. Bolivar, since then, kept that medal for the rest of his life. It was given as a symbol of brotherhood to showcase the relationship between the people of the US and Venezuela," Machado said. The White House, in a post on X, also confirmed that Trump had accepted the Nobel Peace Prize medal. "President Donald J. Trump meets with Maria Corina Machado of Venezuela in the Oval Office, during which she presented the President with her Nobel Peace Prize in recognition and honour," the White House said in its post.

Donald Trump’s obsession with the Nobel Peace Prize became one of the defining fixations of his presidency, often influencing how he framed foreign policy decisions and international conflicts.

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The leaders and ambessadors of European coutries will gather in Brussels on Sunday (Jan 18) to hold an emergency meeting of the European Union after US President Donald Trump threatened multiple countries of the bloc with tariffs including Denmark Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and Finland until a deal is reached to cede control of Greenland to America.&nbsp;Several key countries of the European bloc, such as France, Sweden and Germany, along with members of the European Parliament, expressed their strong opposition to tariff threats and Trump's territorial ambitions to bring the Danish territory under US control.&nbsp;The president of the European Parliament, Roberta Metsola, warned that “The measures against NATO allies announced today will not help in ensuring security in the Arctic," they will result in emboldening our joint enemies and those who wish to destroy our common values and way of life," she wrote in a post on X.&nbsp;“Greenland and Denmark have both made clear: Greenland is not for sale, and its sovereignty and territorial integrity need to be respected. No threat of tariffs can or will change that fact," She added. Kaja Kallas, the vice president of the European Commission, asserted that "China and Russia “must be having a field day after Trump's announcement, adding that they will be the only beneficiaries of "divisions among Allies."&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-threats-10-tariff-on-uk-france-germany-and-other-european-countries-over-greenland-warns-of-25-hike-1768668994149">‘Dad, I’m drowning...’: Noida techie’s final call for help after car plunges in ditch amid fog</a>&nbsp;“If Greenland’s security is at risk, we can address this inside NATO,” Kallas wrote on X. “Tariffs risk making Europe and the United States poorer and undermining our shared prosperity.”&nbsp;While most European nations took a soft tone to slam Trump's move, invoking shared values and risk of derailing the Western alliance, France, on the other hand, denounced the US president's threats by drawing a parallel between Russia and Ukraine. "No intimidation or threat will influence us—neither in Ukraine, nor in Greenland, nor anywhere else in the world when we are confronted with such situations," President Emmanuel Macron wrote on X.&nbsp;"Tariff threats are unacceptable and have no place in this context. Europeans will respond in a united and coordinated manner should they be confirmed. We will ensure that European sovereignty is upheld. It is in this spirit that I will engage with our European partners," he added.&nbsp;These developments come after US President Donald Trump on Saturday ramped up his efforts to acquire Greenland, threatening multiple European countries, including Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and Finland, accusing them of "playing this very dangerous game" by journeying to Greenland for a “purpose unknown.”

While most European nations took a soft tone to slam Trump's move, invoking shared values and risk of derailing the Western alliance, France, on the other hand, denounced the US president's threats by drawing a parallel between Russia and Ukraine.

The leaders and ambessadors of European coutries will gather in Brussels on Sunday (Jan 18) to hold an emergency meeting of the European Union after US President Donald Trump threatened multiple countries of the bloc with tariffs including Denmark Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and Finland until a deal is reached to cede control of Greenland to America. Several key countries of the European bloc, such as France, Sweden and Germany, along with members of the European Parliament, expressed their strong opposition to tariff threats and Trump's territorial ambitions to bring the Danish territory under US control. The president of the European Parliament, Roberta Metsola, warned that “The measures against NATO allies announced today will not help in ensuring security in the Arctic," they will result in emboldening our joint enemies and those who wish to destroy our common values and way of life," she wrote in a post on X. “Greenland and Denmark have both made clear: Greenland is not for sale, and its sovereignty and territorial integrity need to be respected. No threat of tariffs can or will change that fact," She added. Kaja Kallas, the vice president of the European Commission, asserted that "China and Russia “must be having a field day after Trump's announcement, adding that they will be the only beneficiaries of "divisions among Allies." Also Read: ‘Dad, I’m drowning...’: Noida techie’s final call for help after car plunges in ditch amid fog “If Greenland’s security is at risk, we can address this inside NATO,” Kallas wrote on X. “Tariffs risk making Europe and the United States poorer and undermining our shared prosperity.” While most European nations took a soft tone to slam Trump's move, invoking shared values and risk of derailing the Western alliance, France, on the other hand, denounced the US president's threats by drawing a parallel between Russia and Ukraine. "No intimidation or threat will influence us—neither in Ukraine, nor in Greenland, nor anywhere else in the world when we are confronted with such situations," President Emmanuel Macron wrote on X. "Tariff threats are unacceptable and have no place in this context. Europeans will respond in a united and coordinated manner should they be confirmed. We will ensure that European sovereignty is upheld. It is in this spirit that I will engage with our European partners," he added. These developments come after US President Donald Trump on Saturday ramped up his efforts to acquire Greenland, threatening multiple European countries, including Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and Finland, accusing them of "playing this very dangerous game" by journeying to Greenland for a “purpose unknown.”

While most European nations took a soft tone to slam Trump's move, invoking shared values and risk of derailing the Western alliance, France, on the other hand, denounced the US president's threats by drawing a parallel between Russia and Ukraine.

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US President Donald Trump on Saturday (Jan 17) ramped up his efforts to acquire Greenland, threatening multiple European countries, including Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and Finland, accusing them of "playing this very dangerous game" by journeying to Greenland for a "purpose unknown."&nbsp;Trump sought to cloak his territorial ambitions by asserting that “World Peace is at stake!” as Russia and China attempt to acquire Greenland and that “there is not a thing that Denmark can do about it,” claiming the country “currently has two dogsleds as protection, one added recently.”&nbsp;"World Peace is at stake! China and Russia want Greenland, and there is not a thing that Denmark can do about it," he said in a Truth Social post.&nbsp;"Only the United States of America, under PRESIDENT DONALD J. TRUMP, can play in this game, and very successfully, at that! Nobody will touch this sacred piece of Land, especially since the National Security of the United States and the World at large is at stake. On top of everything else, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and Finland have journeyed to Greenland, for purposes unknown," he said.&nbsp;These statements from Trump came after European countries sent a small number of military troops to Greenland amid Denmark pressing for a larger and more permanent NATO presence to ensure the security of the island. Mouting sharp attack of the European Union, the US president asserted that the US "have subsidized Denmark, and all of the Countries of the European Union, and others, for many years by not charging them Tariffs, or any other forms of remuneration" and demanded that &nbsp;"Now, after Centuries, it is time for Denmark to give back", by ceding greenland to America.&nbsp;He announced 10 percent tariffs effective February 1 against Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and Finland for opposing his plans to acquire Greenland adding that "On June 1st, 2026, the Tariff will be increased to 25%. This Tariff will be due and payable until such time as a Deal is reached for the Complete and Total purchase of Greenland".&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/elon-musk-sues-openai-microsoft-134-billion-fraud-1768650251288">Elon Musk sues OpenAI and Microsoft, alleges fraud and seeks upto $134 bn</a>&nbsp;POTUS justified his territorial ambitions by stating that "The United States has been trying to do this transaction for over 150 years. Many Presidents have tried, and for good reason, but Denmark has always refused."&nbsp;He emphasised that "because of the Golden Dome, and modern-day weapons systems, both Offensive and Defensive, the need to ACQUIRE is especially important," adding that these systems can work effectively only if Greenland is included in it.&nbsp;"Hundreds of Billions of Dollars are currently being spent on Security Programs having to do with 'The Dome,' including for the possible protection of Canada, and this very brilliant, but highly complex system can only work at its maximum potential and efficiency, because of angles, metes, and bounds, if this Land is included in it, he stated.&nbsp;"The United States of America is immediately open to negotiation with Denmark and/or any of these Countries that have put so much at risk, he declared.&nbsp;

If imposed, the threatened tariffs against Washington’s NATO allies would mark an unprecedented escalation and could trigger serious tensions within the transatlantic alliance.


US President Donald Trump on Saturday (Jan 17) ramped up his efforts to acquire Greenland, threatening multiple European countries, including Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and Finland, accusing them of "playing this very dangerous game" by journeying to Greenland for a "purpose unknown." Trump sought to cloak his territorial ambitions by asserting that “World Peace is at stake!” as Russia and China attempt to acquire Greenland and that “there is not a thing that Denmark can do about it,” claiming the country “currently has two dogsleds as protection, one added recently.” "World Peace is at stake! China and Russia want Greenland, and there is not a thing that Denmark can do about it," he said in a Truth Social post. "Only the United States of America, under PRESIDENT DONALD J. TRUMP, can play in this game, and very successfully, at that! Nobody will touch this sacred piece of Land, especially since the National Security of the United States and the World at large is at stake. On top of everything else, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and Finland have journeyed to Greenland, for purposes unknown," he said. These statements from Trump came after European countries sent a small number of military troops to Greenland amid Denmark pressing for a larger and more permanent NATO presence to ensure the security of the island. Mouting sharp attack of the European Union, the US president asserted that the US "have subsidized Denmark, and all of the Countries of the European Union, and others, for many years by not charging them Tariffs, or any other forms of remuneration" and demanded that "Now, after Centuries, it is time for Denmark to give back", by ceding greenland to America. He announced 10 percent tariffs effective February 1 against Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and Finland for opposing his plans to acquire Greenland adding that "On June 1st, 2026, the Tariff will be increased to 25%. This Tariff will be due and payable until such time as a Deal is reached for the Complete and Total purchase of Greenland". Also Read: Elon Musk sues OpenAI and Microsoft, alleges fraud and seeks upto $134 bn POTUS justified his territorial ambitions by stating that "The United States has been trying to do this transaction for over 150 years. Many Presidents have tried, and for good reason, but Denmark has always refused." He emphasised that "because of the Golden Dome, and modern-day weapons systems, both Offensive and Defensive, the need to ACQUIRE is especially important," adding that these systems can work effectively only if Greenland is included in it. "Hundreds of Billions of Dollars are currently being spent on Security Programs having to do with 'The Dome,' including for the possible protection of Canada, and this very brilliant, but highly complex system can only work at its maximum potential and efficiency, because of angles, metes, and bounds, if this Land is included in it, he stated. "The United States of America is immediately open to negotiation with Denmark and/or any of these Countries that have put so much at risk, he declared.

If imposed, the threatened tariffs against Washington’s NATO allies would mark an unprecedented escalation and could trigger serious tensions within the transatlantic alliance.

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President Donald Trump vowed on January 16, 2026, to impose tariffs on countries opposing U.S. control of Greenland, citing Arctic security threats from Russia and China during White House remarks.


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