U.S. President Donald Trump has announced plans to impose 10 percent tariffs on several NATO allies, linking the measures directly to his push for U.S. control of Greenland. In a post on his Truth Social platform on Saturday, Trump said the tariffs would take effect on February 1, targeting Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Norway, Sweden, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom.

According to Trump, the tariffs would remain in force until what he described as the “complete and total purchase” of Greenland, the autonomous Danish territory. In recent weeks, the president has repeatedly argued that Washington must acquire Greenland for national security reasons, citing alleged strategic threats from China and Russia in the Arctic region.

Trump’s remarks signal a sharp escalation in rhetoric, as he has increasingly suggested that the United States could seek to obtain Greenland by any means necessary, including the possibility of military force. The comments have raised concerns among U.S. allies and added strain to transatlantic relations, particularly within NATO, where Greenland’s status is viewed as a sensitive issue involving sovereignty, security, and international law.