American Attack on Venezuela Raises Fears of Potential Greenland Acquisition.

The recent American bombardment in the South American nation and the detention of its leader have ignited worry regarding America's ambitions on Greenland. Members of the ex-president's political movement have allegedly turned their attention to the strategically important island in the wake of the operations in the southern hemisphere.

Provocative Posts and Diplomatic Backlash

Merely hours after the start of the Venezuelan campaign, a prominent right-wing podcaster, who is the spouse of a high-ranking White House adviser, posted a symbolic image. The picture depicted Greenland draped with the stars and stripes, with the single-word caption: "SOON."

This overt threat to absorb the resource-abundant region, which is a part of the NATO alliance, triggered swift and firm condemnation from Denmark's officials.

"Denmark and the US are close allies and should continue to cooperate as such. US security is also the Arctic's and Denmark’s security," stated the Danish ambassador to the United States. "Our nation and the United States collaborate to guarantee security in the Arctic."

The ambassador additionally pointed out that Denmark had substantially increased its defence spending recently, allocating a substantial amount expressly for Northern and regional security. "And yes, we expect complete recognition for the territorial integrity of the our realm," he emphasized.

Administrative Moves and Strategic Goals

The tensions were further complicated by the previous naming of a US state governor as a special envoy to Greenland. The appointee had openly thanked the commander-in-chief, stating it was an "privilege" to work in a volunteer role to "make Greenland a part of the US."

Following the events in Venezuela, this representative praised the administration's actions, connecting it to the wider "fight against narcotics."

Ever since assuming office, the American leader has repeatedly unnerved European allies with his expressed interest in Greenland. The territory is viewed as critically important for national security and potential resource extraction. It currently hosts the northernmost US military base.

Refusing to Rule Out Force

In a notable media appearance, the president declined to exclude the use of military force to gain control of Greenland. This position comes during intensifying great-power rivalry 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 described Greenland as having a "very small amount of people, which we’ll look after, and we’ll cherish them... But we need that for international security."

Mounting Tensions and Local Opposition

In response to this constant "rhetoric" of threats, Denmark's security agency took the unprecedented step last month of classifying 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 cannot take over other countries."

Surveys in Greenland shows a complex picture. While a vast majority of the territory's residents seek self-rule from Denmark, there is also scant desire to join the United States. The island has had the option to declare sovereignty for many years.

Analyst View: A Plausible Scenario?

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

"Logistically, it would be feasible for the US to station a few hundred or a couple thousand troops on Greenland, and it's unclear to me who could do anything about it," she concluded.