US Military Operation on Venezuela Raises Anxieties of Future Danish Territory Annexation.

The recent American military action in the South American nation and the capture of its president have ignited apprehension regarding America's ambitions on the Arctic territory. Supporters of the former president's base have allegedly set their sights on the resource-rich landmass in the wake of the events in the southern hemisphere.

Provocative Messages and Diplomatic Outrage

Merely hours following the commencement of the Venezuelan operation, a prominent conservative podcaster, who is the spouse of a high-ranking White House adviser, shared a suggestive image. The picture showed Greenland draped with the stars and stripes, with the cryptic message: "SOON."

This overt threat to claim the resource-abundant land, which is a member of the NATO alliance, triggered immediate and strong condemnation from Denmark's officials.

"Denmark and the US are close allies and should keep cooperate as such. US security is also Greenland’s and our security," stated the Copenhagen's envoy to the United States. "Our nation and the US collaborate to ensure security in the North."

The diplomat additionally highlighted that Denmark had substantially increased its military budget recently, earmarking a large amount specifically for Northern and regional defence. "And yes, we expect complete recognition for the territorial integrity of the our realm," he added.

Political Moves and Geopolitical Goals

The situation were additionally complicated by the previous appointment of a US state governor as a representative to Greenland. The appointee had publicly thanked the president, stating it was an "privilege" to serve in a volunteer role to "make Greenland a part of the US."

After the events in Venezuela, this envoy praised the administration's decisive move, connecting it to the broader "war on drugs."

Ever since returning to office, the American leader has consistently unnerved transatlantic allies with his expressed desire in Greenland. The island is considered vitally important for defence and future resource extraction. It currently houses the northernmost US military base.

Refusing to Rule Out Force

In a notable media interview, the president declined to exclude the use of military force to gain control of Greenland. This stance comes amid growing global 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 take care of, and we’ll value them... But we need that for global security."

Growing Friction and Local Resistance

In reaction to this persistent "rhetoric" of threats, Denmark's intelligence service took the unprecedented step last month of labelling the United States as a "security risk."

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

Surveys in Greenland reveals a nuanced picture. While a overwhelming percentage of the island's residents seek independence from Denmark, there is also little to no appetite to join the United States. The island has had the option to seek sovereignty for many years.

Expert Assessment: A Plausible Scenario?

Some analysts are now re-evaluating the possibility of such a action. One policy analyst focusing in military analysis admitted she had previously dismissed the sabre-rattling but was "currently not so sure."

"It wouldn't be that hard for the US to station a few hundred or a couple thousand troops on Greenland, and it's not clear to me who could intervene about it," she concluded.