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Summary: Trump announces tariffs on eight European nations over Greenland support NHK

- President Trump announced tariffs on Denmark and seven other European nations due to their opposition to his Greenland acquisition plan.
- A 10% tariff will be implemented on goods from these countries starting February 1, rising to 25% on June 1 until a Greenland deal is reached.
- Trump claims these countries' actions in Greenland pose a threat to global safety and security, justifying the retaliatory tariffs.

A: Hey! Did you hear about the news? It’s pretty crazy!

B: No, what happened? Tell me!

A: Okay, so President Trump is, like, super mad at Denmark and a few other European countries.

B: Mad? Why?

A: Because they’re saying no to him buying Greenland! Remember he really wanted it?

B: Oh yeah! I thought that was a done deal...or at least being seriously considered. What's he doing now?

A: He's putting tariffs on them! Basically, he's going to make it more expensive for them to sell stuff to the US.

B: Tariffs? Seriously? Which countries are affected?

A: Lots! Like Britain, France, Germany… it’s a whole bunch. It starts February 1st.

B: And how much?

A: Ten percent at first! Then it goes up to 25% in June if he doesn't get what he wants.

B: Wow. That’s… intense! He’s really going for it. He said something about a "deal" for Greenland?

A: Exactly! He’s saying the tariffs stay until they agree to sell him Greenland completely.

B: But…why did he say those countries are “dangerous” for visiting Greenland? That’s a bit dramatic, isn't it?

A: Right? He’s saying they're going there for secret reasons. It’s probably about some military exercises. But it's all very Trump!

B: So, this is his way of pressuring them, huh?

A: Yep! The news says he’s really pushing to take over Greenland now. It's pretty wild!
Summary
Trump announced tariffs (10% to 25%) on Denmark & other European nations due to opposition to his Greenland acquisition plan. He claims their actions threaten global security. Tariffs remain until a Greenland deal is reached. #tariffs #Greenland
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URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20260118_05/#summary

Date: Jan. 18, 2026

Notes: NHK News Summary - 2026-01-18

Created: 2026/01/18 08:40

Updated: 2026/01/18 12:14

Last Read: 2026/01/18 12:14

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