US Military Operation on Venezuela Fuels Anxieties of Potential Greenland Takeover.

The latest US-led bombardment in the South American nation and the seizure of its leader have renewed worry regarding America's ambitions on Greenland. Supporters of the ex-president's political movement have reportedly turned their attention to the strategically important island following the events in the southern hemisphere.

Inflammatory Posts and Diplomatic Backlash

Merely hours after the initiation of the Caracas operation, a prominent right-wing commentator, who is the spouse of a senior White House aide, posted a symbolic image. The picture showed Greenland covered in the American flag, accompanied by single-word message: "SOON."

This blatant threat to annex the mineral-rich region, which is a part of the North Atlantic alliance, provoked immediate and strong condemnation from Denmark's officials.

"Denmark and the US are close allies and should continue to cooperate as such. US security is equally Greenland’s and our security," declared the Copenhagen's envoy to the United States. "Our nation and the United States collaborate to ensure security in the Arctic."

The diplomat additionally highlighted that the kingdom had substantially boosted its military budget recently, allocating a large sum expressly for Northern and North Atlantic defence. "And yes, we expect complete recognition for the sovereign borders of the Kingdom of Denmark," he emphasized.

Administrative Moves and Strategic Interests

The tensions were additionally exacerbated by the recent naming of a US state governor as a representative to Greenland. The governor had publicly thanked the president, saying it was an "privilege" to serve in a volunteer role to "make Greenland a part of the US."

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

Ever since returning to office, the US president has consistently alarmed transatlantic partners with his stated desire in Greenland. The territory is considered vitally important for national security and potential mineral exploitation. It already hosts the most northerly US air base.

Refusing to Rule Out Military Action

In a significant media appearance, the president declined to exclude the resorting to military force to acquire Greenland. This stance comes amid intensifying 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 described 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."

Mounting Tensions and Indigenous Resistance

In reaction to this constant "rhetoric" of intent, Danish security agency took the extraordinary step last month of labelling the United States as a "security risk."

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

Public opinion in Greenland shows a nuanced sentiment. While a vast majority of the territory's residents desire independence from Copenhagen, there is simultaneously little to no desire to become part of the United States. The island has had the option to seek sovereignty for many years.

Analyst Assessment: A Plausible Scenario?

Military experts are now re-evaluating the possibility of such a move. One thinktank director specializing in defence admitted she had previously discounted the rhetoric but was "now not so sure."

"It wouldn't be that hard for the US to station a couple hundred or a couple thousand troops on Greenland, and it's unclear to me which power could intervene about it," she observed.