Giant Greenland Iceberg Collides With Island After Breaking From Glacier

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In summer 2026, a large iceberg broke off from Petermann Glacier in northwest Greenland. It quickly drifted into Nares Strait following its calving. During its movement, the iceberg collided with a nearby island. Despite the collision, the iceberg remained largely intact and continued its journey through the strait.

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