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President Donald Trump greets Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre, upon his arrival at the White House, Thursday, April 24, 2025, in Washington.Alex Brandon/AP |
President Trump claims his push to acquire Greenland stems from not receiving the Nobel Peace Prize, telling Norway's prime minister he no longer feels obligated to prioritize peace alone. In a Sunday message, Trump criticized Norway for the perceived snub, asserting that "Complete and Total Control of Greenland" is essential for global security. He announced escalating tariffs—10% starting February 1, rising to 25% by June—on eight NATO countries that deployed troops to Greenland for a Danish Arctic exercise. European leaders condemned the tariffs as undermining transatlantic relations and risking a "dangerous downward spiral." Trump questioned Denmark's ownership rights, noting boats landed there centuries ago. The Nobel Committee, not Norway's government, awards the Peace Prize. Denmark boycotted the World Economic Forum in response.
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