Europe condemns Trump’s ‘new colonialism’ as Greenland crisis grows
The Guardian • • general
Key Points:
- European leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, have condemned US President Donald Trump’s aggressive push to control Greenland, warning it risks undermining transatlantic relations and the NATO alliance.
- Trump has threatened tariffs on several European countries if they oppose the US takeover of Greenland, escalating tensions and prompting the EU to consider retaliatory trade measures, including suspending the EU-US trade deal ratification.
- European officials emphasize respect for sovereignty and international law, criticizing Trump's approach as "new colonialism" and warning that Europe must stand firm to preserve its dignity and democratic values.
- Despite the tensions, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent urged calm, expressing confidence that a resolution will be found,
