Trump threatens 10% tariffs on 8 European nations in bid to acquire Greenland, European leaders condemn threat

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Daily Intelligence • January 18, 2026

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China deploys surveillance drone in Taiwan's airspace, demonstrating Beijing's advanced aerial capabilities and escalating regional tensions. (FT )

US President Trump threatens 10% tariffs on 8 European nations unless they support a US bid to acquire Greenland, escalating trade tensions and sparking EU protests and emergency meetings. (World )

CBC | Top Stories News: US President Donald Trump announces tariffs on 8 European nations unless the US can purchase Greenland, sparking protests and EU emergency meetings.

European defence stocks surge 15% this month amid escalating tensions in Greenland, driven by geopolitical uncertainty and increased military spending. (World )

Latvijas Banka's governor warns of a potential direct military attack on Europe's financial system, citing growing cybersecurity threats and geopolitical tensions. (FT )

European leaders condemn US President Trump's tariff threat, calling it "unacceptable" and "blackmail", as he pressures Denmark to sell Greenland to the US, sparking backlash and rising tensions. (BBC News - Henri Astier)

Sydney Morning Herald - World: US President Donald Trump imposes tariffs on 8 European nations, demanding Denmark sell Greenland to the US, sparking backlash from European leaders who call the move "blackmail".

UK Cabinet Minister Lisa Nandy warns Donald Trump that the UK's stance on Greenland's future is "non-negotiable", refusing US control without consent amidst tariff threats and proposed buyout plans. (Huffpost - Kevin Schofield)

The Guardian: UK Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy states the UK's stance on Greenland's future is "non-negotiable" amid US tariffs imposed by Donald Trump, with the UK refusing to consider a US plan to buy the territory.

Geopolitical Conflict

US President Trump's "board of peace" may expand beyond Gaza, aiming to promote global stability with a $1 billion membership fee, potentially rivaling the UN in mediating global conflicts and increasing its international influence. (Al Jazeera - Al Jazeera Staff)

FT: Trump's Board of Peace may expand mediation efforts beyond Gaza due to its broad charter, potentially addressing global conflicts and increasing its international role.

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The US and Taiwan have announced a new trade deal, with Taiwan investing $250 billion in US chip manufacturing and the US lowering tariffs on Taiwanese goods from 20% to 15%. (Council on Foreign Relations )

Canada aims to become a key EV player by building a vehicle with Chinese expertise within three years, and has unveiled a new auto plan to incentivize domestic manufacturing and counter US competition. (CBC | Top Stories News )

National Post: Canada unveils plan to incentivize firms with domestic manufacturing, countering US efforts to lure factories south of the border with favorable policies and subsidies.

Brazil and the US are exploring a rare earths partnership, utilizing Brazil's untapped deposits to strengthen diplomatic relations and reduce dependence on other suppliers. (World )

The US has approved a potential $1.5 billion naval base project in Peru, near a Chinese-run port, to strengthen security and support US foreign policy goals, subject to congressional review. (Marine Insight - MI News Network)

French President Emmanuel Macron defies US tariff threats, pledging a unified EU response to protect European interests and trade agreements. (Πρώτο Θέμα: RSS )

Greece's exports hit a record €37 billion, the strongest in a decade, with a new growth cycle anticipated in 2026, driven by increasing trade and economic momentum. (Πρώτο Θέμα: RSS )

UK Labour leader Keir Starmer criticizes Donald Trump's plan to impose tariffs on the UK and other European countries over Greenland, calling it "completely wrong" and harmful to collective security and trade. (Huffpost - Kevin Schofield)

Trump threatens 10% tariffs on 8 European nations in bid to acquire Greenland, European leaders condemn threat

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