EU to hold emergency leaders’ summit over Trump’s Greenland threats
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Key Points:
- The European Union’s 27 leaders will hold an extraordinary in-person summit on January 22 to discuss a coordinated response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s threat to buy Greenland and impose tariffs on EU countries opposing the move.
- European Council President António Costa convened the meeting following discussions among EU ambassadors about Trump’s statements, signaling serious concern within the bloc.
- European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen emphasized the EU’s commitment to Arctic security cooperation with allies, including the United States, despite recent tensions.
- Diplomatic sources express skepticism about reaching a compromise with the U.S. if Trump pursues control over Greenland, highlighting growing unease in Europe.
- Separately, EU leaders aim to solidify U.S.
