President-elect Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to the European Union, demanding an increase in the purchase of American oil and gas to offset the trade deficit. Trump made it clear through his social media platform, stating that failure to comply would lead to the imposition of tariffs on European imports.

"Buy our energy, or brace for tariffs," was the essence of Trump's message, highlighting his intent to leverage economic policy as he prepares for his second term in office starting January.

This move signifies Trump's ongoing strategy to use tariffs as a tool for rebalancing trade relations, which he considers pivotal for U.S. economic interests.