American Attack on Venezuela Raises Fears of Future Danish Territory Takeover.

The latest American military action in Venezuela and the detention of its president have renewed apprehension regarding Washington's designs on Greenland. Members of the former president's political movement have reportedly set their sights on the resource-rich landmass following the events in South America.

Provocative Posts and Official Backlash

Only hours following the start of the Venezuelan operation, a prominent conservative podcaster, who is married to a high-ranking White House adviser, shared a symbolic image. The picture depicted Greenland covered in the American flag, with the cryptic caption: "SOON."

This overt threat to absorb the mineral-rich land, which is a part of the North Atlantic alliance, triggered immediate and strong condemnation from Denmark's representatives.

"Denmark and the US are strong partners and should continue to cooperate as such. US security is also Greenland’s and our security," stated the Danish ambassador to the United States. "Our nation and the United States work together to guarantee security in the Arctic."

The diplomat further highlighted that the kingdom had significantly boosted its defence spending recently, allocating a large sum expressly for Northern and North Atlantic defence. "Furthermore, we demand complete recognition for the territorial integrity of the Kingdom of Denmark," he emphasized.

Administrative Appointments and Geopolitical Goals

The tensions were further complicated by the recent naming of a Southern governor as a special envoy to Greenland. The appointee had openly thanked the president, saying it was an "honour" to serve in a unpaid role to "make Greenland a part of the US."

After the events in Venezuela, this envoy praised the president's actions, linking it to the broader "war on drugs."

Since returning to office, the US president has repeatedly unnerved European allies with his stated interest in Greenland. The island is viewed as vitally important for defence and potential mineral exploitation. It currently hosts the northernmost US military base.

Leaving the Door Open to Force

In a notable television appearance, the president refused to rule out the use of military force to acquire Greenland. This stance comes during growing global competition 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 look after, and we’ll value them... But we need that for global security."

Mounting Tensions and Local Opposition

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

The leaders of both Greenland delivered a joint and forceful statement: "We have said it very clearly before. Now we say it again... You cannot annex other countries."

Surveys in Greenland shows a complex sentiment. While a vast majority of the territory's residents desire independence from Copenhagen, there is also little to no desire to become part of the United States. The territory has had the option to seek sovereignty for over a decade.

Expert Assessment: A Plausible Threat?

Some analysts are now reconsidering the possibility of such a action. One policy director focusing in military analysis conceded she had previously discounted the rhetoric but was "currently not so sure."

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