Trump imposes tariffs on European nations over Greenland: Full list of countries affected

US President Donald Trump

• Trump threatens 10% tariffs on goods from 8 European countries over Greenland.
• Tariffs could rise to 25 percent by June 2026 if Greenland deal is not reached
• Unclear under what authority Trump can impose these tariffs

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US President Donald Trump on Saturday escalated his efforts to acquire Greenland by threatening to charge a 10 percent import tax starting from February on goods from eight European countries due to their opposition to US control of Greenland.

Trump directed his ire at Denmark, a fellow NATO member, and seven other European countries that have recently deployed troops to the vast, mineral-rich territory at the gateway to the Arctic with a population of 57,000.

Trump announced on Truth Social account that from February 1, 2026, eight European countries would face 10 percent tariffs on goods sent to the US.

The US president also added that the tariff would rise to 25 percent on June 1, 2026, and remain in place until Greenland is “completely and totally” sold to the United States.

In a post on Truth Social network, Trump wrote: "From February 1, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and Finland would be subject to a 10-percent tariff on all goods sent to the United States."

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"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," he added.

"These Countries, who are playing this very dangerous game, have put a level of risk in play that is not tenable or sustainable," Trump said.

"Therefore, it is imperative that, in order to protect Global Peace and Security, strong measures be taken so that this potentially perilous situation end quickly, and without question."

European nations threatened by Trump

The eight countries mentioned by Trump in his Truth Social post are — Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, The United Kingdom, The Netherlands, and Finland.

Since returning to presidency, Trump has imposed sweeping tariffs on goods from several trading partners of the US, to address what he says are unfair trade practices and as a tool to press governments on US concerns.

However, under what authority will the US president impose the threatened tariffs of up to 25 percent remains unclear. He could possibly cite economic emergency powers — which are already subject to a US Supreme Court challenge.

Trump's threat of tariffs could potentially lead to an escalation and a showdown between the US and NATO allies, and further strain the alliance that dates back to 1949 providing a collective degree of security to Europe and North America.