American Military Operation on Venezuela Raises Concerns of Future Danish Territory Takeover.

The recent American military action in the South American nation and the detention of its president have renewed apprehension regarding Washington's ambitions on Greenland. Followers of the ex-president's political movement have reportedly focused on the vast landmass following the events in South America.

Provocative Posts and Diplomatic Outrage

Only a short time after the start of the Caracas operation, a well-known right-wing commentator, who is the spouse of a high-ranking White House aide, shared a symbolic image. The graphic showed Greenland covered in the stars and stripes, accompanied by single-word caption: "COMING."

This overt suggestion to claim the resource-abundant land, which is a member of the NATO alliance, provoked immediate and strong criticism from Denmark's officials.

"Denmark and the US are strong partners and should keep cooperate as such. American security is equally Greenland’s and Denmark’s security," declared the Danish ambassador to the United States. "The Kingdom of Denmark and the United States collaborate to guarantee security in the Arctic."

The diplomat further pointed out that the kingdom had substantially increased its military budget this year, earmarking a substantial amount expressly for Northern and regional defence. "And yes, we demand complete respect for the territorial integrity of the our realm," he emphasized.

Political Moves and Strategic Goals

The tensions were additionally complicated by the recent naming of a Southern governor as a special envoy to Greenland. The governor had publicly thanked the president, stating it was an "honour" to serve in a volunteer capacity to "bring Greenland into the US."

After the military action in Venezuela, this envoy praised the administration's decisive move, linking it to the wider "fight against narcotics."

Ever since assuming office, the American leader has consistently alarmed European allies with his stated desire in Greenland. The territory is viewed as critically important for national security and potential mineral exploitation. It currently houses the northernmost US military base.

Leaving the Door Open to Force

In a notable media appearance, the president declined to rule out the resorting to military force to gain control of Greenland. This position comes amid intensifying 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 remarked.

He characterized Greenland as having a "very small amount of people, which we’ll take care of, and we’ll cherish them... But we need that for global security."

Mounting Tensions and Local Resistance

In reaction to this persistent "drumbeat" of threats, Danish security agency took the unprecedented step last month of labelling the United States as a "security risk."

The prime ministers of both Greenland delivered a joint and stern rebuke: "We have said it very clearly before. Now we say it again... You cannot annex other countries."

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

Expert Assessment: A Credible Threat?

Military analysts are now re-evaluating the possibility of such a move. One policy director focusing in military analysis admitted she had previously dismissed 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 inside of Greenland, and it's unclear to me who could do anything about it," she concluded.