American Military Operation on Caracas Raises Concerns of Future Danish Territory Takeover.

The latest US-led strike in Venezuela and the detention of its leader have sparked unease regarding America's ambitions on the Arctic territory. Supporters of the ex-president's base have allegedly turned their attention to the resource-rich landmass following the operations in South America.

Inflammatory Posts and Diplomatic Outrage

Merely a short time following the initiation of the Venezuelan operation, a prominent conservative commentator, who is married to a high-ranking White House adviser, posted a suggestive image. The graphic depicted Greenland draped with the stars and stripes, accompanied by single-word caption: "COMING."

This overt threat to absorb the resource-abundant region, which is a part of the NATO alliance, provoked immediate and firm condemnation from Danish officials.

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

The ambassador further highlighted that the kingdom had significantly boosted its defence spending this year, earmarking a substantial amount specifically for Northern and regional security. "Furthermore, we expect complete respect for the sovereign borders of the Kingdom of Denmark," he emphasized.

Political Appointments and Strategic Interests

The tensions were further complicated by the previous appointment of a US state governor as a special envoy to Greenland. The appointee had openly thanked the president, saying it was an "honour" to serve in a unpaid role to "bring Greenland into the US."

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

Since returning to office, the US president has repeatedly alarmed European allies with his expressed desire in Greenland. The territory is viewed as vitally strategic for national security and potential mineral exploitation. It already houses the most northerly US military base.

Refusing to Rule Out Military Action

In a significant television interview, the president refused to rule out the use of armed action to gain control of 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 stated.

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."

Growing Friction and Local Resistance

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

The leaders of Denmark and Greenland delivered a joint and stern statement: "We have said it very clearly before. Now we say it again... You cannot annex other countries."

Surveys in Greenland shows a nuanced sentiment. While a overwhelming percentage of the territory's inhabitants seek self-rule from Copenhagen, there is simultaneously little to no appetite to become part of the United States. The territory has had the option to seek sovereignty for many years.

Analyst Assessment: A Credible Scenario?

Some analysts are increasingly reconsidering the likelihood of such a action. One policy director focusing in defence conceded she had once discounted the rhetoric but was "now not so sure."

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