President Donald Trump affirmed his commitment to impose tariffs on European countries opposing his efforts to acquire Greenland, prompting a strong response from the European Union. Speaking on Monday, Trump stated he would "100%" follow through on the tariff threat.

The EU's foreign policy chief, Kaja Kallas, responded by saying the bloc had "no interest to pick a fight, but we will hold our ground." The dispute arose after Trump's renewed interest in purchasing Greenland, a semi-autonomous territory of Denmark.

European allies have largely united in defense of Greenland's sovereignty. Denmark's foreign minister emphasized that the US president cannot threaten his way to ownership of the territory. UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper reiterated the UK's position that the future of Greenland is for "Greenlanders and for the Danes alone" to decide.

On Monday, Trump declined to rule out the use of force regarding Greenland and insisted he would proceed with the threatened tariffs on goods arriving in the US from the UK and seven other NATO-allied countries. When asked by NBC News if he would consider using force to seize Greenland, Trump responded with "No comment."

Trump specified that he would impose a 10% tariff "on any and all goods" sent to the US from Britain starting February 1, increasing to 25% from June 1, until a deal is reached with Washington.

The prospect of tariffs has raised concerns about potential economic repercussions on both sides of the Atlantic. The EU has indicated it is prepared to take retaliatory measures to protect its interests if the tariffs are implemented. The situation remains tense as both sides maintain their positions, with the future of Greenland and trade relations between the US and Europe hanging in the balance.