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

The recent American bombardment in Venezuela and the seizure of its president have renewed apprehension regarding Washington's ambitions on the Arctic territory. Followers of the former president's political movement have reportedly turned their attention to the resource-rich island in the wake of the events in South America.

Inflammatory Posts and Diplomatic Outrage

Only a short time after the start of the Caracas campaign, a well-known conservative commentator, who is married to a high-ranking White House aide, shared a symbolic map. The graphic depicted Greenland covered in the stars and stripes, accompanied by cryptic message: "COMING."

This overt suggestion to absorb the mineral-rich land, which is a member of the NATO alliance, triggered swift and firm condemnation from Denmark's representatives.

"We are close allies and should continue to cooperate as such. US security is also the Arctic's and Denmark’s security," declared the Copenhagen's envoy to the United States. "Our nation and the United States collaborate to guarantee security in the North."

The ambassador additionally highlighted that Denmark had substantially boosted its defence spending this year, allocating a large sum specifically for Arctic and regional security. "And yes, we demand complete respect for the territorial integrity of the our realm," he emphasized.

Administrative Appointments and Geopolitical Interests

The tensions were further complicated by the previous appointment of a Southern governor as a representative to Greenland. The governor had publicly thanked the president, saying it was an "honour" to serve in a unpaid role to "make Greenland a part of the US."

After the military action in Venezuela, this envoy commended the president's decisive move, connecting it to the broader "war on drugs."

Since assuming office, the US president has repeatedly alarmed transatlantic partners with his expressed desire in Greenland. The territory is viewed as vitally important for national security and potential resource extraction. It currently houses the northernmost US air base.

Leaving the Door Open to Military Action

In a notable media interview, the president refused to rule out the use of armed action to gain control of 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 remarked.

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 Resistance

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

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

Public opinion in Greenland reveals a nuanced sentiment. While a overwhelming percentage of the island's residents seek self-rule from Denmark, there is simultaneously little to no desire to become part of the United States. The territory has had the option to declare sovereignty for over a decade.

Analyst View: A Credible Scenario?

Some analysts are now reconsidering the possibility of such a move. One thinktank director focusing in defence admitted she had previously discounted the sabre-rattling but was "currently not so sure."

"Logistically, it would be feasible for the US to deploy a couple hundred or a few thousand troops inside of Greenland, and it's not clear to me which power could do anything about it," she concluded.