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U.S. Urges Europe to Accept Greenland Control Amid Tariff Threats

1/20/2026

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U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said European nations should accept U.S. control of Greenland.
EU ambassadors are considering tariffs of about €93 billion on American companies.
The measures have not yet been enforced.
Germany has withdrawn from a military exercise in Greenland, raising concerns about Europe's response to U.S. pressure.

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U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said European nations should accept U.S. control of Greenland.
EU ambassadors are considering tariffs of about €93 billion on American companies.
The measures have not yet been enforced.
Germany has withdrawn from a military exercise in Greenland, raising concerns about Europe's response to U.S. pressure.