US Attack on Caracas Raises Concerns of Future Danish Territory Acquisition.

The recent American strike in Venezuela and the capture of its leader have renewed apprehension regarding Washington's designs on Greenland. Followers of the former president's political movement have reportedly set their sights on the resource-rich landmass following the operations in South America.

Inflammatory Posts and Diplomatic Backlash

Merely a short time following the start of the Venezuelan campaign, a prominent conservative podcaster, who is the spouse of a senior White House aide, shared a suggestive image. The graphic depicted Greenland draped with the American flag, with the cryptic caption: "SOON."

This overt threat to annex the mineral-rich region, which is a part of the NATO alliance, triggered immediate and strong criticism from Danish officials.

"We are close allies and should continue to cooperate as such. US security is also Greenland’s and Denmark’s security," stated the Copenhagen's envoy to the United States. "Our nation and the United States work together to ensure security in the Arctic."

The diplomat further pointed out that the kingdom had substantially boosted its military budget this year, allocating a substantial amount specifically for Arctic and regional defence. "And yes, we expect full recognition for the sovereign borders of the our realm," he added.

Political Appointments and Geopolitical Interests

The situation were additionally complicated by the previous appointment of a Southern governor as a special envoy to Greenland. The governor had openly thanked the president, saying it was an "privilege" to work in a volunteer role to "make Greenland a part of the US."

Following the military action in Venezuela, this representative praised the administration's actions, linking it to the broader "fight against narcotics."

Ever since assuming office, the US president has repeatedly alarmed European partners with his expressed interest in Greenland. The territory is viewed as vitally important for defence and future resource extraction. It already hosts the most northerly US air base.

Refusing to Rule Out Force

In a notable television interview, the leader declined to exclude the resorting to armed action to gain control of Greenland. This position comes during intensifying 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 "very small amount of people, which we’ll take care of, and we’ll value them... But we need that for international security."

Mounting Friction and Local Resistance

In response to this constant "drumbeat" of intent, Danish intelligence service took the extraordinary step last month of labelling the United States as a "security risk."

The leaders of Denmark and Greenland delivered a joint and stern statement: "We have said it very clearly before. Now we say it again... You cannot take over other countries."

Surveys in Greenland shows a complex picture. While a vast majority of the island's inhabitants seek self-rule from Denmark, there is also scant desire to become part of the United States. The island has had the legal right to declare sovereignty for over a decade.

Analyst View: A Credible Scenario?

Military analysts are increasingly re-evaluating the possibility of such a move. One thinktank analyst focusing in defence conceded she had once 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 which power could do anything about it," she concluded.