Pierce Morgan, a British TV host, has maintained a friendly relationship with Trump for many years and often defended him during both of his presidential terms. However, a recent post by this seasoned media figure may provoke Trump's anger.
Regarding Trump's recent attempt to acquire Greenland from Denmark, Morgan exercised his freedom of speech in a humorous tone, suggesting that "Britain should buy back America" for global security. He also joked about the possible tariff system.
Morgan wrote on the social platform, "Britain should buy back America. After all, it once belonged to us, and this would enhance our security in the North Atlantic region. If you don't sell us America, we will impose tariffs on America and any country that supports your refusal of this very beneficial agreement. Fair, right?"
Before Morgan made this statement, Britain and some of its allies had sent military personnel to Greenland. Subsequently, Trump used his usual tactics to threaten these countries. He announced that eight European countries—Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, Britain, the Netherlands, and Finland—would be subjected to a 10% tariff because they opposed American control over Greenland. These tariffs would apply to "all goods exported to the United States" starting February 1st and would continue until a deal to purchase Greenland was reached. He also added that the tariffs would increase to 25% on June 1st.
Recently, Britain supported Denmark's sovereignty over Greenland along with other European countries, arguing that the security of the Arctic should be jointly responsible by NATO. Prime Minister Starmer stated that imposing tariffs on allies was "completely wrong." In a statement, he said, "Our position on Greenland is clear — it is part of the Kingdom of Denmark, and its future should be decided by the people of Greenland and the Danes themselves. We have also clearly stated that Arctic security concerns the entire NATO, and member states should work together to address the threats posed by Russia in different regions of the Arctic. Imposing tariffs on countries that are committed to maintaining NATO collective security is completely wrong. Of course, we will directly negotiate with the US government on this issue."
Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson said, "We will not allow ourselves to be blackmailed. I will always defend my country and our neighboring ally countries. This is an issue at the EU level, involving countries far beyond those currently singled out individually. Sweden is currently engaging in intensive discussions with other EU countries, Norway, and Britain to develop a joint response."
The Trump administration insisted that the US taking over Greenland would help "consolidate world peace" — but this claim has confused Denmark and its allies, who strongly oppose the idea that Russia poses an actual threat to Greenland's sovereignty. However, Trump has always been bad at dealing with rejection, and this intense standoff is forcing countries, including the UK, to make a choice: continue maintaining their alliance with the increasingly unpredictable US or get closer to Europe and its defense forces.
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