Global News Podcast US threatens tariffs over Greenland
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Jan 18, 2026 
Join David Willis, BBC North America correspondent, as he breaks down Trump's surprising tariff threats regarding Greenland and the diplomatic chaos that ensues. Tom Bateman provides a gripping on-the-ground report from Minneapolis about ICE protests and government oversight. Sivash Ardalan analyzes Ayatollah Khamenei's shocking admission about protest casualties in Iran. Meanwhile, Rebecca Murrell shares exciting details about NASA's Artemis II mission, marking a significant step in lunar exploration. Get ready for a whirlwind of global news and insights!
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Tariffs As Political Leverage
- Donald Trump used tariff threats to escalate pressure over Greenland and draw the EU into the dispute.
- David Willis says the move raises the political stakes and aims to force negotiation within a short window.
Greenlanders Protest Annexation Threat
- Greenlanders held street protests saying "Greenland is not for sale" and rejected any takeover.
- Local voices stressed they want self-determination and no war, showing clear public opposition.
Resources Behind Strategic Interest
- Strategic interests and rare earth resources underlie US focus on Greenland beyond security rhetoric.
- David Willis notes minerals like iron and uranium tie into competition with China for high-tech supply chains.