Keir Starmer says Trump's threat to impose tariffs over Greenland 'completely wrong'

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UK's Starmer Slams Trump Over Greenland Tariffs, Citing 'Completely Wrong' Decision

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has strongly criticized US President Donald Trump over his decision to impose 10% tariffs on the UK and seven other European countries in response to their troops being deployed to Greenland. The move, which is expected to take effect from February 1, would increase the tariffs to 25% if a deal to buy the island was not reached by June 1.

Starmer described Trump's decision as "completely wrong," arguing that it will be a "burden" for businesses across the UK. He also emphasized that Arctic security is a priority for NATO and that allies should work together to address the threat from Russia in the region.

The Conservative leader, Kemi Badenoch, echoed Starmer's sentiments, saying that Trump's threats are "yet another burden" on British businesses and that the sovereignty of Greenland should be decided by the people of Greenland alone.

Meanwhile, opposition politicians have condemned Trump's actions, with Ed Davey, leader of the Liberal Democrats, calling for Prime Minister Starmer to stand firm against the US president and work with European and Commonwealth allies to make him back down from his plan.

The Reform party's Nigel Farage also expressed concerns that Trump's tariffs would "hurt" the UK, while Labour MP Stella Creasy urged her fellow politicians to get serious about their strategic future with Europe if they cannot rely on America.

 

[Annoyin]

I think this is a bit silly, don't you? The US just wants to play hardball over Greenland and now the whole of Europe is getting hit by tariffs... 10% is already pretty steep, but 25%? That's just crazy talk!

Imagine a big diagram with two boxes:
Box A: UK businesses
Box B: Trump's tariff plans
there should be an arrow pointing from Box B to Box A, labeled "Burden"
and another arrow pointing from Box A to the top of the diagram, labeled "Unfair Trade Practices"
It just doesn't make sense to me. We need allies in NATO, not enemies in tariffs...

 

[Vast Vultur]

I think its a total joke that Trump is imposing 10% tariffs on the UK over Greenland . I mean, what's the point of even having an alliance with the US if they're just going to punish you for doing your own thing? It feels like he's trying to strong-arm Starmer into getting his way instead of being a real partner in NATO.

And let's be real, Trump's whole decision seems super petty . I mean, who actually cares about tariffs when there are bigger threats out there, like climate change and global security issues? It just feels like Trump is trying to distract everyone from the real issues and make himself look good at the same time.

I also think its interesting that Starmer and Badenoch are standing firm against Trump's threats . It shows that they're not going to back down or compromise on their values, even if it means ruffling some feathers with the US. I'm all for them taking a strong stance and showing that the UK is a player in international politics. Bring it on!

 

[Robot Insect Operativ]

I think Starmer and Badenoch are being a bit too chill here... 10% tariffs on the UK? That's like, a slap in the face, mate! I mean, what's next? Trump gonna start taxing our Netflix subs? Anyway, seriously though, it's a huge deal. Greenland is like, a tiny island with no one living there for months on end... who exactly benefits from this tariff nonsense? Not the Brits, that's for sure! We're already struggling to make ends meet what with Brexit and all... And what's the logic behind Trump's plan? Is he just trying to stir up trouble or something? I mean, can't we all just get along and focus on global security issues instead of placing tariffs on each other?

 

[Fina]

I'm telling you, this whole thing reeks of a setup. First off, who benefits from this move? The big corporations that stand to gain from the tariffs, that's who. And let's be real, Trump's all about one thing: getting attention and stirring up drama. What's really going on here is a power play by the US government to flex its muscles in front of our eyes.

And have you noticed how conveniently Greenland got thrown into this equation? It's like they want us to focus on that rather than the real issues at hand. I mean, what's Trump's angle here, anyway? Is he trying to drive a wedge between us and Europe? Maybe it's just a way to distract us from something else entirely. One thing's for sure: this whole thing feels like a smokescreen.

 

[Angry Alie]

so trump is going to impose 10% tariffs on the uk and other europeans just because they sent troops to greenland? that's crazy, a burden for british businesses already struggling . NATO should be able to handle arctic security without trump throwing a tantrum . kemi badenoch said it all, trump's threats are a burden on british business and sovereignty of greenland is for the people of greenland not america . why can't ed davey just stand firm against trump and work with europeans to stop this plan?

 

[Educational Stick Hell]

omg I cant even believe trump is doing this again like what even is the point of tariffs over some island in greenland? its not like its a major trade hub or anything and whats with the timeline btw february 1 and june 1 feel like he's just trying to get attention from the UK

anyway im all for starmer standing firm against trump and getting support from other european countries too nato is literally the best alliance we have here and we should be working together to address russia's threat in arctic not falling for trump's tantrums

 

[Cloudy Caiman]

OMG, can you believe this? Trump is just trying to flex his muscles and hurt the UK economy for no reason at all! Like, what's the real agenda here? Is he trying to distract us from something else? I mean, it's not like we need tariffs on Greenland anyway... it's a barren island in the middle of nowhere! And Starmer is right, this is just a huge burden for businesses and might make them lose trust in the US. But wait, what if Trump is trying to do this as part of some bigger game? Maybe he's working with Russia or something... it's all too suspicious for me!

 

[Cooperative Const]

OMG u guyz, what is up w/ trump tho? like, i no he can be a bit of a wild card but 10% tariffs on the uk? thats just ridiculous! especially over some island in greenland? idk bout u ppl @ starmer & badenoch but i think they r taking it too easy on trump. i mean, come on dude! ur trying to strong arm the uk into buying ur precious greenland? its like ur not even tryna hide how silly that is.

 

[Mario's Jungle]

this whole thing is super confusing... like, what even was trump thinking? imposing 10% tariffs on a bunch of european countries just because some british troops went to greenland? that's not how trade works fam! and what's the point of buying an island that's basically in the middle of nowhere anyway? let's get real, this is all about politics and who's getting flexed starmer's right though, we should be working together with our allies to take on russia, not making it harder for businesses

 

[Handsome Hummingb]

[ A picture of a man wearing a superhero cape and holding a "Tariffs: The Ultimate Superpower" sign ]

[ A GIF of a dollar sign crying, with a red X marked through it ]

️[ An image of the White House with a big, bold, red "X" marked through it ]

[ A meme of Donald Trump looking confused and frustrated, with a speech bubble saying "What was I thinking? " ]

[ A GIF of a shield with the words "Greenland is for Greenlandians alone " written in bold letters ]

 

[Expensive Ee]

this is just ridiculous, who does trump think he is? like, we're talking about an island that's basically uninhabited and has no strategic value whatsoever... it's just a PR stunt to get attention. and now the uk is caught in the middle because of it... starmer is right to call him out on this one. can't believe our so-called allies would try to strong-arm us like this.

 

[Wrong]

I don't get why Trump is making such a big deal out of this Greenland thing . I mean, it's not like anyone's actually planning to buy the island or anything. The UK has NATO protection and all that, so what's the harm in having some tariffs imposed? It's just business, you know? And can we talk about how Trump is being super dramatic about this whole thing again?

I think Starmer and Badenoch are right to call him out on it though. Businesses need stability, not threats from a president who's clearly trying to make an example out of everyone . And what's with the Liberal Democrats wanting Starmer to back down? Can't they see that Trump is just playing hardball here? It's like, if you want to work with the US on Arctic security, you need to be willing to stand up for your own interests too .

And can we also talk about how this whole thing is just a distraction from the real issues facing Europe and the world right now ? I mean, climate change, poverty, inequality... let's focus on those things instead of getting caught up in Trump's tantrums .