American Military Operation on Caracas Fuels Concerns of Future Greenland Takeover.

The latest American military action in Venezuela and the detention of its leader have renewed apprehension regarding America's ambitions on the Arctic territory. Members of the former president's political movement have allegedly set their sights on the strategically important island in the wake of the events in the southern hemisphere.

Inflammatory Posts and Official Outrage

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

This blatant suggestion to annex the resource-abundant land, which is a part of the NATO alliance, triggered swift and firm condemnation from Danish officials.

"We are strong partners and should continue to work together as such. US security is also the Arctic's and our security," declared the Copenhagen's envoy to the United States. "Our nation and the United States collaborate to guarantee security in the North."

The diplomat further highlighted that the kingdom had substantially increased its defence spending this year, allocating a substantial amount specifically for Arctic and regional defence. "And yes, we demand complete recognition for the territorial integrity of the Kingdom of Denmark," he emphasized.

Administrative Moves and Strategic Interests

The situation were additionally exacerbated by the previous naming of a US state governor as a special envoy to Greenland. The appointee had publicly thanked the commander-in-chief, saying it was an "privilege" to work in a volunteer capacity to "bring Greenland into the US."

After the military action in Venezuela, this representative commended the president's decisive move, linking it to the broader "fight against narcotics."

Since assuming office, the US president has repeatedly unnerved transatlantic partners with his expressed desire in Greenland. The territory is viewed as critically important for national security and potential mineral exploitation. It currently houses the northernmost US military base.

Refusing to Rule Out Military Action

In a notable television interview, the leader declined to rule out the use of military force to acquire Greenland. This position comes during intensifying 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 "tiny amount of people, which we’ll take care of, and we’ll cherish them... But we need that for global security."

Growing Tensions and Indigenous Resistance

In reaction to this constant "drumbeat" of intent, Danish intelligence service 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 rebuke: "We have said it very clearly before. Now we say it again... You cannot take over other countries."

Surveys in Greenland shows a complex picture. While a overwhelming percentage of the island's residents seek independence from Denmark, there is also scant desire to become part of the United States. The island has had the option to seek sovereignty for many years.

Analyst View: A Plausible Threat?

Military experts are increasingly re-evaluating the possibility of such a action. One thinktank director specializing in defence conceded she had once discounted the sabre-rattling but was "currently not so sure."

"Logistically, it would be feasible for the US to deploy a few hundred or a couple thousand soldiers on Greenland, and it's not clear to me who could intervene about it," she concluded.