Danish Navy evacuates U.S. submariner off Greenland to prevent Trump from landing penguins in the Arctic

The Greek Courier

February 22, 2026

COPENHAGEN, Denmark — In a plot twist unworthy of a Hollywood script, Denmark's military just pulled off a daring sea rescue by evacuating a crew member from a U.S. submarine off the coast of Greenland for some urgent medical treatment. Talk about a cold call for help, especially considering the alternative that was too hot to handle, meaning Trump sending a rescue mission just to prove that Greenland is guarded by penguins, which, by the way, live only in the Southern Hemisphere. 

The Danish Joint Arctic Command shared the scoop on their Facebook page, revealing that this dramatic rescue unfolded about 7 nautical miles (or 8 miles if you’re not a fan of the metric system) off Nuuk, the capital of Greenland, which is essentially where icebergs go to retire. A Danish Seahawk helicopter swooped in from an inspection ship to save the day, proving once again that if there's a medical emergency, the Danes are always ready to fly in—possibly while serving pastries.

But without the Donald, this story would be mundane and unworthy of your attention. He was the one who announced via his Truth Social platform that a hospital ship was on its way to Greenland, claiming that many folks there are feeling under the weather and not receiving proper care. It seems he might think Greenland's healthcare system could use some, shall we say, "American" enhancements?

“Working with the fantastic Governor of Louisiana, Jeff Landry, we are going to send a great hospital boat to Greenland to take care of the many people who are sick and not being taken care of there. It's on the way!!!” Trump exclaimed, but in Copenhagen, it all sounded as if he were announcing an invasion of killer penguins in the Arctic Circle.

As that post sent ripples through the rock-solid bromance between Denmark and the U.S., Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen swooped onto Facebook like a diplomatic superhero. She proudly bragged about Denmark’s healthcare system, saying, “I’m thrilled to live in a country where everyone has free and equal access to health—where it’s not insurance and wealth that decide if you get a Band-Aid or a gourmet treatment! 

To sprinkle a little extra cheer, she tagged on, “Happy Sunday to you all!” with a blushing, smiley emoji. Honestly, I think she missed a trick—she should’ve dropped a penguin emoji just to clarify that Greenland’s residents are not actually protected by penguins—though that would make for one adorable army!"