American Attack on Caracas Fuels Concerns of Potential Greenland Acquisition.

The latest US-led bombardment in Venezuela and the seizure of its leader have renewed unease regarding Washington's ambitions on the Arctic territory. Supporters of the ex-president's political movement have reportedly set their sights on the resource-rich landmass in the wake of the operations in South America.

Inflammatory Posts and Diplomatic Outrage

Only hours after the start of the Venezuelan campaign, a well-known right-wing commentator, who is the spouse of a senior presidential aide, posted a symbolic image. The picture showed Greenland draped with the American flag, accompanied by cryptic caption: "SOON."

This blatant suggestion to absorb the mineral-rich region, which is a part of the NATO alliance, provoked swift and firm condemnation from Denmark's representatives.

"Denmark and the US are strong partners and should keep work together as such. US security is also the Arctic's and our security," stated the Copenhagen's envoy to the United States. "Our nation and the US work together to guarantee security in the Arctic."

The ambassador additionally highlighted that Denmark had significantly boosted its military budget this year, allocating a large sum expressly for Northern and North Atlantic security. "And yes, we expect complete recognition for the territorial integrity of the our realm," he added.

Political Moves and Strategic Interests

The situation were additionally exacerbated by the previous appointment of a US state governor as a representative to Greenland. The governor had openly expressed gratitude to the commander-in-chief, saying it was an "privilege" to serve in a unpaid role to "make Greenland a part of the US."

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

Ever since assuming office, the American leader has consistently unnerved European partners with his expressed interest in Greenland. The island is considered vitally strategic for national security and future resource extraction. It already hosts the most northerly US air base.

Refusing to Rule Out Force

In a notable media appearance, the leader declined to exclude the resorting to military force to gain control of Greenland. This position comes amid growing 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."

Growing Tensions and Indigenous Opposition

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

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

Surveys in Greenland reveals a nuanced sentiment. While a vast majority of the territory's residents desire independence from Copenhagen, there is also scant desire to become part of the United States. The territory has had the legal right to declare sovereignty for many years.

Expert Assessment: A Credible Threat?

Some analysts are increasingly reconsidering the possibility of such a action. One thinktank analyst focusing in defence admitted she had once dismissed the sabre-rattling but was "now not so sure."

"Logistically, it would be feasible for the US to station a few hundred or a few thousand troops inside of Greenland, and it's unclear to me who could intervene about it," she concluded.