Trump Withdraws Threat of Tariffs Over Greenland

Donald Trump announced the withdrawal of his threat to impose tariffs on eight European countries following a "very productive" meeting with the NATO chief. The initial threat stemmed from the countries' opposition to his plans regarding the potential acquisition of Greenland. The US president stated that a framework for a future agreement concerning Greenland and the broader Arctic region has been established, leading to his decision not to proceed with the tariffs scheduled for February 1st. According to Trump, further discussions will focus on the Golden Dome, with no additional details provided. The negotiation will be delegated to Vice President J.D. Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, and others as needed, who will report directly to him. The initial intention to impose tariffs had raised concerns among European countries, as it could have worsened trade relations between the US and Europe. The withdrawal of the threat is considered a positive development, potentially paving the way for further dialogue and cooperation. However, the mention of the Golden Dome and the upcoming negotiation suggest that Trump's interest in Greenland remains. Details of the future agreement and Trump's intentions regarding the Arctic region will become known as discussions progress.