US Attack on Venezuela Raises Fears of Potential Danish Territory Acquisition.

Recent American military action in the South American nation and the capture of its leader have sparked apprehension regarding Washington's ambitions on Greenland. Members of the ex-president's base have reportedly set their sights on the strategically important landmass in the wake of the operations in South America.

Inflammatory Posts and Diplomatic Outrage

Only a short time following the start of the Caracas operation, a prominent right-wing podcaster, who is married to a senior presidential aide, shared a suggestive map. The graphic depicted Greenland covered in the stars and stripes, accompanied by cryptic message: "COMING."

This overt 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 close allies and should continue to work together as such. US security is also Greenland’s and our security," declared the Copenhagen's envoy to the United States. "Our nation and the US work together to ensure security in the Arctic."

The ambassador additionally highlighted that the kingdom had substantially increased its defence spending this year, earmarking a large amount specifically for Arctic and North Atlantic security. "Furthermore, we expect complete respect for the sovereign borders of the Kingdom of Denmark," he added.

Administrative Moves and Strategic Goals

The situation were additionally complicated by the previous naming of a US state governor as a special envoy to Greenland. The appointee had publicly thanked the commander-in-chief, saying it was an "honour" to work in a volunteer role to "bring Greenland into the US."

After the events in Venezuela, this envoy praised the administration's actions, linking it to the broader "fight against narcotics."

Since returning to office, the US president has consistently unnerved European partners with his stated desire in Greenland. The territory is considered critically important for defence and potential mineral exploitation. It already hosts the most northerly US military base.

Refusing to Rule Out Force

In a notable media interview, the leader refused to exclude the use of armed action to gain control of Greenland. This position comes amid intensifying global competition 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 stated.

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

Mounting Tensions and Local Resistance

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

The leaders of Denmark and Greenland issued a unified and stern statement: "We have said it very clearly before. Now we say it again... You cannot annex other countries."

Surveys in Greenland reveals a nuanced sentiment. While a vast majority of the territory's residents seek independence from Denmark, there is simultaneously scant appetite to become part of the United States. The island has had the legal right to seek sovereignty for over a decade.

Analyst View: A Plausible Threat?

Some experts are now reconsidering the likelihood of such a action. One thinktank director focusing in military analysis conceded she had previously dismissed the rhetoric but was "now not so sure."

"It wouldn't be that hard for the US to station a couple hundred or a few thousand soldiers inside of Greenland, and it's not clear to me who could do anything about it," she concluded.