American Attack on Venezuela Raises Fears of Future Greenland Takeover.

The recent US-led strike in the South American nation and the seizure of its leader have ignited worry regarding Washington's designs on the Arctic territory. Supporters of the ex-president's political movement have reportedly set their sights on the vast landmass following the events in the southern hemisphere.

Provocative Posts and Diplomatic Outrage

Merely a short time after the start of the Caracas operation, a prominent right-wing podcaster, who is the spouse of a senior presidential adviser, shared a suggestive map. The graphic depicted Greenland covered in the American flag, accompanied by single-word message: "COMING."

This blatant suggestion to absorb the resource-abundant region, which is a part of the North Atlantic alliance, triggered swift and firm criticism from Danish representatives.

"We are strong partners and should continue to cooperate as such. American security is also Greenland’s and our security," declared the Copenhagen's envoy to the United States. "Our nation and the US collaborate to ensure security in the North."

The ambassador further pointed out that the kingdom had significantly boosted its defence spending this year, earmarking a large amount expressly for Northern and North Atlantic security. "And yes, we expect complete recognition for the territorial integrity of the Kingdom of Denmark," he emphasized.

Political Moves and Geopolitical Interests

The tensions were further complicated by the previous naming of a Southern governor as a representative to Greenland. The governor had openly expressed gratitude to the president, stating it was an "honour" to serve in a volunteer role to "make Greenland a part of the US."

Following the military action in Venezuela, this representative praised the administration's actions, connecting it to the wider "fight against narcotics."

Ever since assuming office, the US president has repeatedly unnerved European allies with his stated interest in Greenland. The territory is viewed as vitally important for defence and potential mineral exploitation. It already houses the most northerly US military base.

Refusing to Rule Out Force

In a notable media appearance, the president refused to exclude the use of military force to acquire Greenland. This position comes during 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 described 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 Indigenous Resistance

In reaction to this constant "drumbeat" of threats, Denmark's intelligence service took the extraordinary step last month of classifying the United States as a "potential threat."

The leaders of both Greenland delivered a unified and forceful 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 self-rule from Denmark, there is also scant appetite to become part of the United States. The territory has had the legal right to seek independence for many years.

Expert Assessment: A Credible Scenario?

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

"Logistically, it would be feasible for the US to deploy a few hundred or a couple thousand troops on Greenland, and it's unclear to me who could intervene about it," she concluded.