Donald Trump said a framework for a future deal over Greenland has been agreed, and paused planned tariffs after talks with NATO chief Mark Rutte. In a Davos address, he said any arrangement would not involve coercion. Allies await details on the scope and timetable.

European leaders criticised Donald Trump’s push to take control of Greenland, calling it “new colonialism”. Macron, speaking at Davos, urged a rethink and respect for Arctic residents and international law, while Brussels warned of diplomatic fallout.

Donald Trump linked threats over Greenland to being denied the Nobel prize, warning of tariffs on European imports unless objections ceased. In messages to Nordic leaders he hinted at taking control of the island. The PM called for calm with allies and ruled out backing any coercive action.

EU leaders are weighing €93bn in tariffs on US goods after Trump threatened economic pressure over Greenland. In a call, the PM told him targeting allies is unacceptable. Brussels is also exploring tighter limits on US firms’ access to EU contracts as part of a coordinated response.