US Attack on Caracas Stokes Concerns of Future Danish Territory Takeover.

The recent US-led bombardment in the South American nation and the capture of its leader have renewed apprehension regarding America's ambitions on Greenland. Followers of the ex-president's base have reportedly turned their attention to the vast landmass following the operations in the southern hemisphere.

Inflammatory Messages and Diplomatic Outrage

Only a short time after the start of the Venezuelan campaign, a well-known conservative commentator, who is the spouse of a senior presidential adviser, shared a symbolic map. The picture depicted Greenland draped with the American flag, accompanied by cryptic caption: "SOON."

This blatant threat to annex the mineral-rich region, which is a member of the North Atlantic alliance, provoked immediate and strong criticism from Denmark's officials.

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

The diplomat further pointed out that the kingdom had substantially increased its defence spending recently, allocating a large amount specifically for Northern and North Atlantic security. "Furthermore, we expect complete recognition for the sovereign borders of the our realm," he emphasized.

Political Moves and Geopolitical Goals

The tensions were further complicated by the recent appointment of a Southern governor as a representative to Greenland. The governor had publicly expressed gratitude to the commander-in-chief, saying it was an "privilege" to serve in a unpaid capacity to "make Greenland a part of the US."

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

Since assuming office, the American leader has repeatedly alarmed European partners with his stated interest in Greenland. The territory is considered vitally important for national security and potential mineral exploitation. It currently hosts the most northerly US military base.

Refusing to Rule Out Force

In a notable media interview, the president declined to exclude the use of military force to acquire Greenland. This stance comes amid 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 remarked.

He described Greenland as having a "very small amount of people, which we’ll look after, and we’ll cherish them... But we need that for international security."

Growing Friction and Indigenous Resistance

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

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

Public opinion in Greenland shows a nuanced picture. While a overwhelming percentage of the territory's inhabitants seek independence from Copenhagen, there is also little to no desire to become part of the United States. The territory has had the legal right to seek independence for over a decade.

Analyst Assessment: A Credible Scenario?

Military analysts are now reconsidering the likelihood of such a move. One policy analyst specializing in military analysis conceded she had once dismissed the rhetoric but was "now not so sure."

"Logistically, it would be feasible for the US to deploy a couple hundred or a few thousand troops inside of Greenland, and it's unclear to me which power could do anything about it," she observed.