Published: Jan 17, 2026, 08:06 IST | Updated: Jan 17, 2026, 08:06 IST
President Donald Trump has threatened tariffs on countries opposing his renewed push to acquire Greenland, citing U.S. national security needs amid Arctic competition from Russia and China. This follows his White House remarks on January 16, 2026, where he linked the island's strategic minerals and location to American interests, reviving ambitions post-Maduro operation.