American Attack on Venezuela Fuels Concerns of Potential Greenland Takeover.

The latest US-led strike in the South American nation and the capture of its leader have ignited apprehension regarding America's ambitions on Greenland. Supporters of the ex-president's base have allegedly focused on the vast landmass in the wake of the events in South America.

Inflammatory Messages and Diplomatic Backlash

Only hours after the commencement of the Caracas campaign, a well-known right-wing podcaster, who is married to a senior White House adviser, posted a suggestive map. The picture showed Greenland draped with the stars and stripes, with the single-word caption: "COMING."

This blatant threat to annex the mineral-rich region, which is a member of the NATO alliance, triggered immediate and firm criticism from Denmark's officials.

"We are close allies and should continue to work together as such. American security is equally the Arctic's and our security," stated the Danish ambassador to the United States. "Our nation and the United States work together to guarantee security in the North."

The ambassador further highlighted that Denmark had substantially increased its military budget recently, earmarking a substantial sum expressly for Northern and North Atlantic security. "And yes, we expect complete recognition for the sovereign borders of the Kingdom of Denmark," he added.

Political Appointments and Strategic Interests

The tensions were additionally exacerbated by the recent naming of a US state governor as a special envoy to Greenland. The governor had openly expressed gratitude to the president, saying it was an "privilege" to serve in a unpaid role to "make Greenland a part of the US."

Following the events in Venezuela, this representative praised the president's decisive move, linking it to the broader "war on drugs."

Ever since assuming office, the American leader has repeatedly alarmed transatlantic allies with his stated desire in Greenland. The territory is viewed as critically important for national security and potential resource extraction. It already hosts the northernmost US military base.

Refusing to Rule Out Force

In a significant media appearance, the leader declined to rule out the use of armed action to gain control of Greenland. This stance comes amid growing 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 "tiny amount of people, which we’ll look after, and we’ll value them... But we need that for global security."

Growing Friction and Local Opposition

In response to this persistent "drumbeat" of threats, Denmark's security agency took the extraordinary step last month of labelling the United States as a "security risk."

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 reveals a nuanced picture. While a overwhelming percentage of the island's inhabitants desire self-rule from Denmark, there is also scant desire to become part of the United States. The island has had the legal right to seek independence for many years.

Analyst Assessment: A Credible Scenario?

Some analysts are now re-evaluating the possibility of such a move. One policy director focusing in defence admitted she had once discounted the rhetoric but was "currently not so sure."

"It wouldn't be that hard for the US to deploy a few hundred or a few thousand soldiers inside of Greenland, and it's not clear to me who could do anything about it," she concluded.