American Military Operation on Caracas Raises Concerns of Future Danish Territory Annexation.

The latest US-led military action in the South American nation and the seizure of its president have sparked apprehension regarding America's ambitions on Greenland. Members of the former president's political movement have allegedly turned their attention to the vast landmass in the wake of the events in the southern hemisphere.

Provocative Posts and Diplomatic Backlash

Only hours after the initiation of the Venezuelan campaign, a well-known conservative commentator, who is married to a senior White House adviser, posted a suggestive image. The graphic depicted Greenland covered in the stars and stripes, with the single-word caption: "SOON."

This blatant threat to absorb the mineral-rich land, which is a part of the North Atlantic alliance, provoked swift and strong criticism from Denmark's officials.

"Denmark and the US are close allies and should keep work together as such. American security is equally 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 guarantee security in the Arctic."

The ambassador further pointed out that Denmark had substantially boosted its defence spending recently, allocating a large sum specifically for Northern and regional security. "And yes, we expect full recognition for the sovereign borders of the Kingdom of Denmark," he added.

Political Moves and Geopolitical Goals

The situation were additionally complicated by the previous naming of a Southern governor as a special envoy to Greenland. The governor had publicly thanked the president, stating it was an "privilege" to serve in a unpaid capacity to "make Greenland a part of the US."

Following the events in Venezuela, this representative praised the administration's actions, linking it to the broader "war on drugs."

Since assuming office, the US president has consistently unnerved European allies with his stated desire in Greenland. The island is viewed as critically strategic for national security and potential resource extraction. It already hosts the northernmost US military base.

Refusing to Rule Out Force

In a notable media appearance, the leader refused to exclude the resorting to military force to acquire Greenland. This stance comes amid growing 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 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 global security."

Mounting Friction and Local Opposition

In response to this persistent "drumbeat" of intent, Denmark's security agency took the extraordinary step last month of labelling the United States as a "potential threat."

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

Surveys in Greenland reveals a nuanced picture. While a vast majority of the island's inhabitants seek independence from Denmark, there is also scant desire to join the United States. The territory has had the option to seek sovereignty for many years.

Expert Assessment: A Plausible Threat?

Military analysts are now re-evaluating the likelihood of such a action. One thinktank analyst focusing in defence admitted she had once dismissed the sabre-rattling but was "currently not so sure."

"It wouldn't be that hard for the US to station a couple hundred or a few thousand soldiers on Greenland, and it's unclear to me which power could intervene about it," she observed.