American Military Operation on Venezuela Raises Concerns of Potential Greenland Acquisition.

Recent US-led military action in the South American nation and the detention of its leader have ignited apprehension regarding Washington's ambitions on Greenland. Members of the former president's base have reportedly set their sights on the vast landmass following the events in the southern hemisphere.

Provocative Posts and Official Backlash

Merely hours following the initiation of the Caracas campaign, a well-known right-wing podcaster, who is the spouse of a high-ranking White House aide, posted a symbolic image. The picture depicted Greenland covered in the American flag, with the cryptic message: "SOON."

This blatant suggestion to claim the mineral-rich region, which is a part of the North Atlantic alliance, triggered swift and strong criticism from Denmark's officials.

"Denmark and the US are strong partners and should keep work together as such. American security is also Greenland’s and Denmark’s security," declared the Copenhagen's envoy to the United States. "The Kingdom of Denmark and the US collaborate to ensure security in the Arctic."

The diplomat additionally pointed out that the kingdom had significantly boosted its military budget this year, allocating a substantial amount specifically for Arctic and regional defence. "And yes, we expect full respect for the sovereign borders of the Kingdom of Denmark," he added.

Administrative Moves and Geopolitical Interests

The tensions were additionally exacerbated by the previous naming of a Southern governor as a representative to Greenland. The appointee had publicly thanked the commander-in-chief, stating it was an "privilege" to work in a unpaid role to "make Greenland a part of the US."

Following the events in Venezuela, this representative praised the administration's decisive move, linking it to the broader "fight against narcotics."

Since assuming office, the US president has repeatedly unnerved European partners with his stated desire in Greenland. The island is viewed as critically strategic for defence and potential mineral exploitation. It already houses the most northerly US military base.

Leaving the Door Open to Military Action

In a notable television appearance, the leader declined to rule out the resorting to armed action to acquire Greenland. This position comes amid intensifying great-power rivalry 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 "tiny amount of people, which we’ll take care of, and we’ll cherish them... But we need that for international security."

Growing Friction and Local Opposition

In response to this constant "drumbeat" of threats, Danish security agency took the extraordinary step last month of classifying the United States as a "potential threat."

The prime ministers of both Greenland issued a unified and forceful statement: "We have said it very clearly before. Now we say it again... You must not take over other countries."

Surveys in Greenland shows a complex picture. While a vast majority of the island's inhabitants desire independence from Copenhagen, there is also scant desire to join the United States. The island has had the option to seek sovereignty for many years.

Analyst View: A Plausible Scenario?

Some experts are increasingly re-evaluating the possibility of such a move. One thinktank director specializing in military analysis admitted she had previously dismissed the sabre-rattling but was "now not so sure."

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