American Attack on Venezuela Raises Fears of Potential Danish Territory Annexation.

The latest American bombardment in Venezuela and the capture of its president have sparked apprehension regarding America's ambitions on the Arctic territory. Supporters of the ex-president's base have allegedly focused on the vast island following the events in South America.

Provocative Messages and Diplomatic Backlash

Merely hours after the start of the Caracas operation, a prominent conservative podcaster, who is married to a senior presidential adviser, posted a suggestive image. The graphic depicted Greenland draped with the American flag, with the single-word message: "SOON."

This overt suggestion to absorb the mineral-rich region, which is a part of the North Atlantic alliance, triggered swift and strong condemnation from Danish representatives.

"We are strong partners and should keep cooperate as such. American security is also Greenland’s and Denmark’s security," declared the Danish ambassador to the United States. "The Kingdom of Denmark and the United States collaborate to ensure security in the North."

The ambassador further pointed out that the kingdom had significantly boosted its military budget this year, earmarking a substantial amount expressly for Northern and North Atlantic defence. "Furthermore, we demand complete recognition for the territorial integrity of the Kingdom of Denmark," he added.

Administrative Moves and Geopolitical Interests

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

After the events in Venezuela, this envoy commended the administration's actions, connecting it to the broader "fight against narcotics."

Ever since assuming office, the US president has consistently alarmed European allies with his expressed desire in Greenland. The island is considered critically important for defence and potential mineral exploitation. It already hosts the most northerly US military base.

Refusing to Rule Out Military Action

In a notable television appearance, the leader refused to rule out the resorting to military force to gain control of Greenland. This stance comes amid growing global 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 global security."

Mounting Friction and Local Resistance

In reaction 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 statement: "We have said it very clearly before. Now we say it again... You must not annex other countries."

Public opinion in Greenland reveals a complex picture. While a vast majority of the island's inhabitants seek independence from Copenhagen, there is also little to no appetite to become part of the United States. The island has had the legal right to seek independence for many years.

Expert View: A Credible Threat?

Military experts are now reconsidering the possibility of such a move. One thinktank director focusing in defence conceded she had previously dismissed the rhetoric but was "now not so sure."

"Logistically, it would be feasible for the US to deploy a couple hundred or a few thousand troops inside of Greenland, and it's unclear to me who could intervene about it," she observed.