Trump Links Greenland Purchase to Nobel Snub as Tariffs Loom

The gloves are off in the Arctic. Donald Trump just linked his aggressive push to acquire Greenland to his failure to win the Nobel Peace Prize. In a move that's rattled markets and strained the NATO alliance, the U.S. President has threatened a wave of punitive tariffs against European allies starting February 1, 2026.

Trump's Message: No More 'Purely of Peace'

According to Reuters, Trump sent a blunt message to Norway's Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Stoere. He claimed that since the Norwegian Nobel Committee didn't award him the prize in 2025—favoring Venezuelan leader Maria Corina Machado instead—he no longer feels obligated to prioritize peace. "I can now think about what is good and proper for the United States," he wrote, doubling down on his demand for Greenland.

The threat isn't just rhetoric. Trump plans to target Denmark, Sweden, France, Germany, and the Netherlands with tariffs. He's questioned why Denmark has a "right of ownership" at all, arguing the world isn't secure without total U.S. control of the island to fend off Russia and China.

Europe Prepares a $108 Billion Counterstrike

EU leaders are gathering for an emergency summit this Thursday. They're weighing a massive retaliation package worth 93 billion euros ($108 billion) in tariffs on U.S. imports. Another option is the never-before-used Anti-Coercion Instrument (ACI), which could block U.S. companies from digital services and public tenders.

German Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil and his French counterpart have stood firm, stating they won't be blackmailed. Meanwhile, Russia has largely remained silent, though they've noted that such a takeover would be a significant historical event. The economic shockwaves are already hitting financial markets, as investors fear a return to the trade volatility seen in 2025.