18.01.2026 18:22
After U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement of a 10% tariff on European countries, a notable move came from Germany. According to the German press, the Berlin government has withdrawn 15 soldiers stationed in Greenland. The timing of this decision has been interpreted as a reflection of the increasing trade and political tensions between Washington and European capitals.
After the announcement made by U.S. President Donald Trump yesterday regarding a 10% tariff decision affecting European countries, Germany took a notable step. According to the German newspaper Bild, the Berlin government decided to withdraw 15 German soldiers dispatched to Greenland.
The report highlighted that the timing of the decision coincided with Trump's new tariff policies, and it was suggested that the military withdrawal could be a reflection of the increasing tension between Washington and European capitals.
MINISTRY SAID "MISSION COMPLETED"
The German Ministry of Defense described the soldiers' departure from the island as "mission completed," noting that the timing coincided closely with Trump's trade move. Bild reported that this step could be one of Berlin's political and economic messages towards the U.S.
THEY STAYED ON THE ISLAND FOR A FULL DAY
As relations between the Trump administration and European countries have recently strained due to discussions centered around Greenland and trade policies, Germany's military move has also sparked a new diplomatic debate.
The Ministry of Defense announced that upon Denmark's invitation, its soldiers would participate in reconnaissance activities in Greenland with other European countries from January 15-17, and the German team traveled to Nuuk, Greenland, on Friday, January 16, to explore conditions for military exercises. The German soldiers returned to their country after staying on the island for just one full day.