American Military Operation on Venezuela Fuels Concerns of Potential Danish Territory Annexation.

The latest US-led strike in Venezuela and the capture of its leader have sparked worry regarding Washington's designs on the Arctic territory. Followers of the ex-president's political movement have reportedly turned their attention to the resource-rich landmass in the wake of the operations in the southern hemisphere.

Inflammatory Posts and Official Outrage

Only a short time after the initiation of the Caracas operation, a prominent right-wing podcaster, who is the spouse of a senior presidential aide, posted a symbolic image. The picture depicted Greenland covered in the stars and stripes, with the cryptic caption: "SOON."

This blatant threat to absorb the mineral-rich land, which is a member of the NATO alliance, triggered immediate and strong criticism from Denmark's representatives.

"Denmark and the US are strong partners and should keep cooperate as such. US security is equally the Arctic's and our security," stated the Danish ambassador to the United States. "Our nation and the US collaborate to ensure security in the Arctic."

The diplomat further highlighted that the kingdom had substantially boosted its defence spending this year, earmarking a substantial sum specifically for Northern and regional security. "Furthermore, we demand full recognition for the territorial integrity of the our realm," he added.

Political Moves and Strategic Interests

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

Following the events in Venezuela, this envoy commended the president's decisive move, linking it to the wider "war on drugs."

Since returning to office, the US president has consistently alarmed European allies with his stated interest in Greenland. The island is viewed as vitally important for national security and potential resource extraction. It currently houses the northernmost US air base.

Refusing to Rule Out Military Action

In a notable television interview, the leader refused to exclude the use of armed action to acquire Greenland. This stance comes during growing global 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 value them... But we need that for global security."

Growing Tensions and Indigenous Opposition

In response to this constant "drumbeat" of intent, Danish security agency took the extraordinary step last month of classifying the United States as a "potential threat."

The prime ministers of both Greenland issued a unified and forceful rebuke: "We have said it very clearly before. Now we say it again... You must not annex other countries."

Public opinion in Greenland shows a nuanced sentiment. While a vast majority of the island's residents desire self-rule from Denmark, there is also scant desire to join the United States. The island has had the legal right to declare independence for many years.

Analyst Assessment: A Plausible Threat?

Military experts are increasingly reconsidering the possibility of such a action. One thinktank director specializing in defence conceded she had previously discounted the rhetoric but was "now not so sure."

"Logistically, it would be feasible for the US to deploy a couple hundred or a couple thousand soldiers on Greenland, and it's not clear to me which power could intervene about it," she concluded.