US Attack on Venezuela Raises Anxieties of Future Danish Territory Annexation.

The latest US-led bombardment in the South American nation and the seizure of its leader have sparked worry regarding America's ambitions on the Arctic territory. Followers of the ex-president's political movement have allegedly set their sights on the resource-rich landmass in the wake of the operations in the southern hemisphere.

Inflammatory Posts and Diplomatic Backlash

Merely a short time following the start of the Caracas operation, a prominent conservative commentator, who is married to a senior presidential adviser, posted a symbolic map. The picture showed Greenland draped with the American flag, accompanied by cryptic message: "SOON."

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

"We are strong partners and should keep cooperate as such. US security is equally the Arctic's and our security," stated the Danish ambassador to the United States. "Our nation and the US work together to guarantee security in the Arctic."

The ambassador further highlighted that Denmark had substantially boosted its defence spending recently, earmarking a substantial amount specifically for Northern and regional security. "And yes, we demand full recognition for the territorial integrity of the Kingdom of Denmark," he added.

Political Appointments and Geopolitical Interests

The tensions were additionally exacerbated by the recent appointment of a US state governor as a special envoy to Greenland. The appointee had openly expressed gratitude to the president, stating it was an "honour" to work in a volunteer capacity to "bring Greenland into the US."

After the military action in Venezuela, this representative praised the administration's actions, connecting it to the wider "war on drugs."

Since assuming office, the US president has repeatedly unnerved transatlantic partners with his expressed interest in Greenland. The territory is viewed as vitally important for defence and potential resource extraction. It currently hosts the most northerly US military base.

Refusing to Rule Out Military Action

In a significant media appearance, the president declined to exclude the use of military force to acquire Greenland. This position comes amid growing great-power 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 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 Indigenous Resistance

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

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

Public opinion in Greenland reveals a nuanced picture. While a overwhelming percentage of the territory's residents seek independence from Denmark, there is simultaneously little to no appetite to become part of the United States. The territory has had the legal right to seek sovereignty for many years.

Expert Assessment: A Credible Scenario?

Some experts are increasingly reconsidering the likelihood of such a move. One policy analyst focusing in military analysis conceded she had previously discounted the sabre-rattling but was "currently not so sure."

"It wouldn't be that hard for the US to station a few hundred or a couple thousand soldiers inside of Greenland, and it's not clear to me which power could do anything about it," she observed.