A bipartisan U.S. congressional delegation recently wrapped up a visit to Denmark, aiming to reassure officials amidst escalating tensions over President Trump’s interest in acquiring Greenland. The visit comes as President Trump announced new tariffs against NATO members, including Denmark, in a bid to pressure them to consider his proposal for Greenland.
The delegation’s visit was intended to express solidarity with Denmark and deescalate the rising tensions. However, just as the senators were concluding their trip, President Trump’s announcement of tariffs added fuel to the fire. The move has incensed Danish officials, with some expressing frustration and calling for America to “go away.”
The situation has not only strained relations between the U.S. and Denmark but has also sparked a flurry of diplomatic activity across Europe. The European Union is now considering possible countermeasures, including retaliatory tariffs and potentially utilizing the EU’s anti-coercion instrument for the first time.
Additionally, reports have emerged that the U.S. is allegedly spying on Danish military installations in Greenland, raising concerns in Copenhagen about potential invasion fears. This development further complicates the already tense situation surrounding Greenland.
In response to the escalating tensions, the U.S. Treasury chief has cautioned against retaliatory EU tariffs, emphasizing Greenland’s strategic importance as a source of rare earth minerals. The EU and the U.S. had previously agreed on a trade deal framework in June, adding another layer of complexity to the current situation.
As the diplomatic standoff continues, it remains to be seen how the U.S., Denmark, and the EU will navigate the escalating tensions over Greenland. The situation underscores the delicate balance of power dynamics and strategic interests at play in the region.
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References:
1. NPR – U.S. Senators wrap up Denmark trip as Trump steps up his Greenland pressure campaign: https://www.npr.org/2026/01/18/nx-s1-5678527/u-s-senators-wrap-up-denmark-trip-as-trump-steps-up-his-greenland-pressure-campaign
2. NBC News – ‘Make America Go Away’: Denmark incensed by Trump’s push for Greenland: https://www.nbcnews.com/world/europe/make-america-go-away-denmark-incensed-trumps-push-greenland-rcna254541
3. The Washington Times – Diplomacy or retaliation? The EU mulls its options as tensions with U.S. rise over Greenland: https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2026/jan/19/diplomacy-retaliation-eu-mulls-options-tensions-us-ratchet-greenland/
4. RT – US spying on Danish military bases in Greenland – media: https://www.rt.com/news/631174-denmark-us-spying-greenland/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=RSS
5. The Straits Times – US Treasury chief says retaliatory EU tariffs over Greenland ‘unwise’: https://www.straitstimes.com/world/europe/us-treasury-chief-says-retaliatory-eu-tariffs-over-greenland-unwise
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