Starmer tells Trump to back off over threat of Greenland trade war
PM pleads for ‘calm’ as furious France and Germany hint at retaliation
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Trump Announces Sharp Escalation of 25% Tariff On European Countries Supporting Denmark On Greenland Issue From 1 June
United States President Donald Trump has announced a sweeping escalation of 25 per cent tariff on imports from several European nations in response to their support for Denmark’s stance on Greenland.The measure targets Denmark, Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Sweden, Finland, Norway, and the Netherlands. Trump framed the tariffs as essential for national security and Arctic defence, vowing
Will Starmer need to use the King as his Trump card in Greenland row?
Donald Trump’s reverence for the British royal family has already been used skilfully by Sir Keir Starmer to persuade the US president, writes political editor David Maddox
Gold and silver soar to record highs amid Trump tariff threat
It comes after Donald Trump threatened 10 per cent tariffs on eight European countries in a bid to buy Greenland
Voices: ‘No quick fix’: Readers split on whether Trump’s Greenland threat is a catalyst for rejoining the EU
Our community is divided over analysis from world affairs editor Sam Kiley, which suggested Donald Trump’s tariff threat over Greenland should prompt the UK to rethink its relationship with the EU
Trump Imposes 10% Tariff On Denmark, UK, France For Opposing Greenland Plan
US President Donald Trump has escalated his long-standing push for American control over Greenland by announcing a 10 per cent tariff on imports from Denmark, the United Kingdom, France, and other European Union nations.The declaration, posted on Truth Social on Saturday, targets countries opposing what Trump terms the "Complete and Total purchase of Greenland" by the United States. These tariffs
UK MP Raises Alarm Over Hindus’ Killings in Bangladesh, Urges Fair Elections
In the hallowed halls of the UK Parliament, Conservative MP Bob Blackman has voiced grave concerns over the escalating violence against Hindus in Bangladesh.Speaking during a pre-recess adjournment debate on 16 January 2026, he highlighted the murders of Hindu men on the streets, the burning of their homes, and the desecration of temples. Blackman urged the British government to intervene
Five British families sue TikTok over deaths of their children in landmark US case
‘Parents should not have to cross continents to fight multinational technology companies just to find out what happened to their child,’ bereaved mother says
European Troops Arrive In Greenland As Talks With US Highlight ‘Disagreement’ Over Island’s Future
Troops from several European nations have begun arriving in Greenland, signalling strong backing for Denmark amid escalating tensions over the Arctic island’s future. This development follows high-level talks in Washington between Danish, Greenlandic, and US officials, which exposed deep divisions. Denmark announced an expansion of its military footprint on Wednesday, prompting allies
British High Commission In India Extends Wishes On 78th Army Day
The British High Commission in India has extended warm wishes to the Indian Army on the occasion of the 78th Army Day, underlining the growing depth of defence cooperation between the two countries. Marking the day as an important milestone in India–UK relations, the High Commission emphasised how both armies are working in close concert across multiple domains, thereby reinforcing the wider