American Military Operation on Venezuela Raises Fears of Potential Danish Territory Acquisition.

The recent US-led bombardment in the South American nation and the detention of its leader have ignited apprehension regarding America's designs on the Arctic territory. Members of the ex-president's base have allegedly turned their attention to the resource-rich island in the wake of the operations in South America.

Inflammatory Messages and Official Outrage

Merely hours following the commencement of the Caracas campaign, a prominent right-wing podcaster, who is the spouse of a senior White House aide, posted a symbolic map. The picture showed Greenland covered in the American flag, accompanied by cryptic message: "SOON."

This overt suggestion to absorb the mineral-rich region, which is a part of the NATO alliance, triggered immediate and firm condemnation from Danish officials.

"We are close allies and should continue to cooperate as such. American security is also the Arctic's and Denmark’s security," stated the Danish ambassador to the United States. "Our nation and the US work together to ensure security in the North."

The ambassador additionally pointed out that Denmark had substantially increased its military budget recently, earmarking a substantial sum expressly for Northern and regional defence. "And yes, we demand complete recognition for the territorial integrity of the Kingdom of Denmark," he emphasized.

Administrative Moves and Geopolitical Goals

The situation were additionally exacerbated by the previous appointment of a Southern governor as a representative to Greenland. The appointee had openly thanked the president, saying it was an "privilege" to serve in a unpaid role to "bring Greenland into the US."

Following the military action in Venezuela, this representative praised the administration's decisive move, connecting it to the broader "war on drugs."

Since returning to office, the US president has consistently alarmed transatlantic allies with his stated desire in Greenland. The territory is viewed as vitally important for national security and potential resource extraction. It currently hosts the northernmost US military base.

Refusing to Rule Out Military Action

In a notable media interview, the leader refused to rule out the resorting to armed action to gain control of Greenland. This position comes amid growing great-power competition in the polar region. "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 remarked.

He characterized Greenland as having a "tiny amount of people, which we’ll look after, and we’ll cherish them... But we need that for global security."

Growing Friction and Local Opposition

In response to this persistent "drumbeat" of threats, Denmark's security agency took the unprecedented step last month of labelling the United States as a "security risk."

The prime ministers of Denmark and Greenland delivered a joint and forceful rebuke: "We have said it very clearly before. Now we say it again... You must not take over other countries."

Surveys in Greenland reveals a complex sentiment. While a overwhelming percentage of the territory's residents desire independence from Denmark, there is also little to no desire to become part of the United States. The island has had the option to seek independence for over a decade.

Analyst View: A Credible Scenario?

Some analysts are increasingly reconsidering the likelihood of such a action. One thinktank analyst specializing in military analysis conceded she had previously dismissed the rhetoric but was "currently not so sure."

"Logistically, it would be feasible for the US to deploy a few hundred or a couple thousand troops inside of Greenland, and it's not clear to me who could do anything about it," she concluded.