US Military Operation on Venezuela Raises Fears of Future Danish Territory Acquisition.

The latest US-led military action in Venezuela and the seizure of its leader have sparked apprehension regarding Washington's ambitions on Greenland. Followers of the former president's political movement have allegedly turned their attention to the strategically important island following the operations in the southern hemisphere.

Provocative Posts and Official Outrage

Only hours after the commencement of the Caracas campaign, a well-known conservative commentator, who is the spouse of a high-ranking presidential adviser, shared a symbolic map. The picture depicted Greenland covered in the American flag, accompanied by single-word message: "COMING."

This blatant suggestion to annex the mineral-rich land, which is a member of the North Atlantic alliance, provoked immediate and firm condemnation from Denmark's officials.

"Denmark and the US are close allies and should keep cooperate as such. American security is equally Greenland’s and our security," declared the Danish ambassador to the United States. "Our nation and the United States work together to guarantee security in the Arctic."

The ambassador additionally pointed out that Denmark had significantly increased its military budget recently, allocating a substantial amount specifically for Northern and North Atlantic security. "Furthermore, we demand complete recognition for the territorial integrity of the Kingdom of Denmark," he emphasized.

Administrative Appointments and Geopolitical Goals

The situation were further exacerbated by the previous appointment of a US state governor as a representative to Greenland. The appointee had openly thanked the president, saying it was an "privilege" to work in a unpaid role to "bring Greenland into the US."

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

Since assuming office, the US president has consistently alarmed transatlantic partners with his expressed interest in Greenland. The territory is viewed as critically strategic for defence and future mineral exploitation. It already houses the northernmost US military base.

Refusing to Rule Out Military Action

In a notable media appearance, the leader declined to exclude the use of armed action to acquire Greenland. This position comes amid growing 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 take care of, and we’ll cherish them... But we need that for international security."

Growing Tensions and Local Resistance

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

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

Surveys in Greenland shows a nuanced sentiment. While a overwhelming percentage of the territory's inhabitants desire self-rule from Copenhagen, there is also scant appetite to join the United States. The island has had the legal right to declare sovereignty for many years.

Expert Assessment: A Plausible Threat?

Some experts are increasingly re-evaluating the likelihood of such a move. One policy 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 unclear to me who could intervene about it," she observed.