American Military Operation on Venezuela Fuels Concerns of Future Danish Territory Acquisition.

The latest US-led bombardment in the South American nation and the seizure of its leader have renewed unease regarding Washington's ambitions on the Arctic territory. Followers of the former president's political movement have reportedly set their sights on the resource-rich landmass following the events in South America.

Provocative Messages and Official Backlash

Only hours after the start of the Venezuelan campaign, a prominent conservative podcaster, who is married to a senior White House adviser, shared a suggestive image. The graphic depicted Greenland covered in the American flag, accompanied by cryptic caption: "SOON."

This overt suggestion to claim the mineral-rich land, which is a member of the North Atlantic alliance, triggered swift and strong criticism from Denmark's representatives.

"We are strong partners and should keep cooperate as such. American security is equally the Arctic's and our security," declared the Copenhagen's envoy to the United States. "Our nation and the United States work together to ensure security in the Arctic."

The ambassador additionally pointed out that Denmark had substantially boosted its defence spending recently, earmarking a large sum expressly for Arctic and North Atlantic security. "And yes, we demand complete respect for the sovereign borders of the Kingdom of Denmark," he emphasized.

Administrative Appointments and Geopolitical Interests

The tensions were further complicated by the previous appointment of a US state governor as a special envoy to Greenland. The appointee had publicly thanked the president, stating it was an "privilege" to serve in a unpaid capacity to "bring Greenland into the US."

After the events in Venezuela, this representative commended the president's actions, linking it to the wider "war on drugs."

Ever since returning to office, the American leader has consistently alarmed transatlantic allies with his expressed interest in Greenland. The island is considered vitally important for defence and potential mineral exploitation. It already houses the most northerly US air base.

Refusing to Rule Out Force

In a significant media interview, the president refused to rule out the resorting to armed action to gain control of Greenland. This stance comes during intensifying global rivalry in the Arctic. "I don't rule it out. I don't say I'm going to do it, but I don't rule out anything... We need Greenland very badly," he stated.

He characterized Greenland as having a "tiny amount of people, which we’ll take care of, and we’ll value them... But we need that for international security."

Growing Tensions and Indigenous Opposition

In reaction to this persistent "rhetoric" of intent, Danish intelligence service took the extraordinary step last month of labelling the United States as a "potential threat."

The leaders of Denmark and Greenland delivered a unified and stern statement: "We have said it very clearly before. Now we say it again... You cannot take over other countries."

Public opinion in Greenland shows a complex sentiment. While a overwhelming percentage of the territory's inhabitants desire independence from Denmark, there is also scant appetite to become part of the United States. The island has had the option to declare sovereignty for many years.

Expert Assessment: A Credible Scenario?

Some analysts are now reconsidering the possibility of such a action. One thinktank analyst focusing in military analysis conceded she had previously dismissed the sabre-rattling but was "now not so sure."

"Logistically, it would be feasible for the US to station a couple hundred or a couple thousand soldiers inside of Greenland, and it's unclear to me which power could intervene about it," she observed.