US Attack on Venezuela Raises Fears of Potential Greenland Acquisition.

Recent US-led bombardment in Venezuela and the detention of its leader have sparked worry regarding Washington's ambitions on Greenland. Members of the ex-president's political movement have reportedly turned their attention to the vast landmass following the operations in the southern hemisphere.

Inflammatory Messages and Diplomatic Backlash

Merely a short time following the commencement of the Venezuelan operation, a well-known right-wing commentator, who is the spouse of a senior White House aide, shared a symbolic image. The graphic depicted Greenland covered in the stars and stripes, accompanied by cryptic caption: "COMING."

This overt suggestion to annex the mineral-rich land, which is a member of the NATO alliance, triggered swift and strong criticism from Danish representatives.

"Denmark and the US are close allies and should keep work together as such. US security is equally the Arctic's and our security," stated the Copenhagen's envoy to the United States. "Our nation and the US work together to guarantee security in the Arctic."

The ambassador further pointed out that the kingdom had substantially increased its defence spending this year, allocating a large sum expressly for Arctic and regional defence. "And yes, we expect complete respect for the territorial integrity of the our realm," he added.

Administrative Moves and Geopolitical Interests

The situation were further complicated by the recent naming of a Southern governor as a representative 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 military action in Venezuela, this envoy praised the administration's decisive move, linking it to the broader "fight against narcotics."

Ever since returning to office, the US president has repeatedly unnerved transatlantic allies with his stated interest in Greenland. The territory is viewed as critically important for defence and future mineral exploitation. It currently houses the most northerly US military base.

Leaving the Door Open to Military Action

In a notable media interview, the president refused to exclude the use of armed action to acquire 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 stated.

He characterized Greenland as having a "tiny amount of people, which we’ll take care of, and we’ll cherish them... But we need that for international security."

Growing Tensions and Indigenous Resistance

In response to this constant "rhetoric" of threats, Danish intelligence service took the unprecedented step last month of labelling the United States as a "security risk."

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 inhabitants seek self-rule from Copenhagen, there is also scant desire to join the United States. The island has had the option to declare sovereignty for many years.

Expert Assessment: A Credible Threat?

Military experts are increasingly re-evaluating the likelihood of such a move. One thinktank analyst specializing in military analysis conceded she had once discounted the sabre-rattling but was "now not so sure."

"It wouldn't be that hard for the US to station a few hundred or a couple thousand troops inside of Greenland, and it's unclear to me who could intervene about it," she concluded.