American Attack on Venezuela Raises Concerns of Future Danish Territory Acquisition.

The recent US-led military action in Venezuela and the capture of its leader have sparked unease regarding Washington's ambitions on the Arctic territory. Supporters of the former president's political movement have allegedly set their sights on the resource-rich island in the wake of the events in the southern hemisphere.

Inflammatory Messages and Diplomatic Backlash

Only a short time after the commencement of the Caracas operation, a well-known right-wing podcaster, who is married to a high-ranking presidential aide, posted a suggestive map. The picture showed Greenland covered in the stars and stripes, accompanied by cryptic caption: "COMING."

This overt suggestion to annex the resource-abundant region, which is a member of the NATO alliance, provoked swift and strong criticism from Denmark's officials.

"We are close allies and should continue to work together as such. US security is also the Arctic's and our security," stated the Copenhagen's envoy to the United States. "The Kingdom of Denmark and the United States collaborate to ensure security in the Arctic."

The diplomat further highlighted that Denmark had substantially increased its military budget this year, earmarking a large amount specifically for Northern and North Atlantic defence. "And yes, we expect full respect for the sovereign borders of the Kingdom of Denmark," he emphasized.

Political Appointments and Strategic Goals

The situation were further complicated by the previous appointment of a Southern governor as a representative to Greenland. The appointee had publicly thanked the commander-in-chief, saying it was an "privilege" to serve in a volunteer role to "bring Greenland into the US."

Following the events in Venezuela, this representative commended the administration's decisive move, connecting it to the wider "war on drugs."

Ever since returning to office, the US president has repeatedly alarmed transatlantic allies with his stated interest in Greenland. The territory is viewed as critically strategic for national security and potential resource extraction. It already hosts the northernmost US air base.

Refusing to Rule Out Force

In a significant television interview, the president declined to exclude the use of military force to gain control of Greenland. This position comes during intensifying great-power rivalry 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 described Greenland as having a "tiny amount of people, which we’ll look after, and we’ll cherish them... But we need that for international security."

Growing Tensions and Local Resistance

In reaction to this persistent "drumbeat" of threats, Danish security agency took the extraordinary step last month of classifying the United States as a "security risk."

The prime ministers of Denmark and Greenland issued 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 nuanced sentiment. While a overwhelming percentage of the island's residents seek independence from Denmark, there is also little to no desire to join the United States. The island has had the option to seek independence for over a decade.

Analyst Assessment: A Plausible Scenario?

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

"It wouldn't be that hard for the US to deploy a few hundred or a few thousand soldiers inside of Greenland, and it's not clear to me who could do anything about it," she observed.