India, Oct. 14 -- President Donald Trump has renewed his push to highlight Greenland's strategic importance. In a Truth Social post on Tuesday, he declared that "massive oil, gas and mineral exploration" is set to begin on the Arctic island. He claimed that its natural resources and military value are unmatched.

"Massive Oil, Gas, and Mineral Exploration is getting ready to begin in our new and beautiful Greenland!" Trump wrote.

Trump said Greenland possessed vast, easily accessible oil reserves and argued the territory would play a crucial role in protecting both the United States and Europe from future military threats.

Trump's latest comments revive an issue that has defined his approach to the Arctic since his first presidency. In ...