Greenland is having a moment in the international spotlight. U.S. President Donald Trump has been maneuvering to gain control of the mineral-rich Arctic territory that most people know only as a huge icy island at the top of the world.

U.S. President Trump seeks control over mineral-rich Greenland, a self-governing region of Denmark home to diverse Inuit populations. Greenland's growing geopolitical significance and resources could lead to economic growth and increased political autonomy,

The president says the United States needs to “get” Greenland “one way or the other.” The territory has banned political contributions from overseas.

Since the beginning of his presidency, President Donald Trump has made it known that he wants to buy Greenland. While some found humor in this situation, others are left wondering why he wants to do it.

While Trump promised to make the Arctic island "rich" during his presidential address last Tuesday, a massive majority of Greenlanders -- about 85 per cent -- oppose the idea of becoming part of the US, according to a January poll, Politico reported. (ANI)

What else is there to know about Greenland? More than you might think. President Donald Trump’s recent calls for the U.S. to acquire control of the large arctic island have put it in the spotlight. But Greenland has a rich history on the world stage.

Greenlanders have been pushed into the global spotlight in the weeks since U.S. President Donald Trump said America could take over their Arctic homeland.

Foreign influencers, disinformation, geopolitical ruptures and the potential takeover of a whole region: next week's parliamentary election in Greenland will take place under unusual scrutiny.