American Military Operation on Caracas Raises Concerns of Potential Danish Territory Annexation.

The recent US-led bombardment in Venezuela and the capture of its leader have sparked apprehension regarding America's designs on Greenland. Members of the former president's political movement have reportedly set their sights on the vast island in the wake of the operations in the southern hemisphere.

Inflammatory Messages and Diplomatic Backlash

Only a short time after the commencement of the Venezuelan campaign, a well-known conservative commentator, who is the spouse of a senior presidential adviser, shared a suggestive map. The graphic depicted Greenland covered in the stars and stripes, with the single-word message: "COMING."

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

"We are strong partners and should keep work together as such. US security is equally Greenland’s and our security," stated the Copenhagen's envoy to the United States. "The Kingdom of Denmark and the US work together to guarantee security in the North."

The ambassador further highlighted that the kingdom had substantially boosted its military budget this year, allocating a substantial amount expressly for Northern and regional defence. "And yes, we demand full recognition for the sovereign borders of the Kingdom of Denmark," he added.

Political Appointments and Geopolitical Interests

The tensions were further complicated by the recent naming of a US state governor as a representative to Greenland. The governor had openly expressed gratitude to the commander-in-chief, stating it was an "honour" to work in a volunteer role to "make Greenland a part of the US."

After the events in Venezuela, this envoy praised the president's actions, linking it to the wider "war on drugs."

Since assuming office, the US president has repeatedly unnerved European allies with his stated desire in Greenland. The island is viewed as critically important for defence and potential resource extraction. It currently houses the most northerly US military base.

Refusing to Rule Out Force

In a significant media interview, the leader refused to rule out the use of armed action to gain control of Greenland. This stance comes during 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 value them... But we need that for international security."

Growing Friction and Indigenous Resistance

In reaction to this persistent "drumbeat" of intent, Denmark's security agency took the extraordinary step last month of classifying the United States as a "potential threat."

The leaders of Denmark and Greenland issued 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 sentiment. While a overwhelming percentage of the island's inhabitants seek independence from Copenhagen, there is also little to no appetite to join the United States. The territory has had the option to seek independence for over a decade.

Expert View: A Plausible Scenario?

Military experts are increasingly reconsidering the possibility of such a action. One policy analyst focusing in military analysis conceded she had previously discounted the rhetoric but was "currently 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 not clear to me which power could intervene about it," she observed.