India, Jan. 21 -- Greenland's long-standing aspiration for independence has entered a volatile new phase as US President Donald Trump's renewed interest in the Arctic territory reshapes regional politics.

What was once a domestic debate between Greenland and Denmark is now unfolding on a global stage, creating fresh dilemmas for Greenlandic leaders and exposing historical fault lines.

Trump's past suggestion of acquiring Greenland, revived during his current political comeback, has transformed the independence movement into what analysts describe as a strategic trap.

Greenland now finds itself balancing pressure from its former colonial ruler, Denmark, while confronting the ambitions of a far more powerful external player.

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