politics
February 23, 2026
US sends hospital vessel to shores of Greenland, says President Trump
The US leader noted that this is necessary to take care of the many people who are sick
TL;DR
- A US hospital vessel is being sent to Greenland to offer medical aid to sick residents.
- President Trump announced the dispatch via his Truth Social account.
- This initiative comes after Trump's previous attempts and statements regarding the annexation of Greenland.
- Trump had appointed Governor Jeff Landry as a special envoy for Greenland with a stated goal of US control.
- These actions by Trump have led to diplomatic tension, including the summoning of the US Ambassador by Denmark.
- Denmark and Greenland have previously rejected Trump's offers to buy or annex the island.
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