US Attack on Venezuela Fuels Concerns of Potential Greenland Takeover.

The recent US-led military action in the South American nation and the capture of its leader have ignited worry regarding Washington's ambitions on Greenland. Members of the ex-president's political movement have reportedly turned their attention to the strategically important island following the events in South America.

Inflammatory Posts and Diplomatic Outrage

Merely hours following the commencement of the Caracas campaign, a prominent conservative commentator, who is the spouse of a high-ranking presidential aide, shared a symbolic image. The graphic depicted Greenland covered in the stars and stripes, accompanied by cryptic message: "COMING."

This overt threat to absorb the mineral-rich land, which is a member of the NATO alliance, triggered swift and strong condemnation from Denmark's officials.

"We are strong partners and should continue to cooperate as such. US security is also the Arctic's and our security," declared the Copenhagen's envoy to the United States. "The Kingdom of Denmark and the US collaborate to guarantee security in the Arctic."

The diplomat further pointed out that Denmark had significantly boosted its defence spending recently, earmarking a large amount expressly for Northern and regional security. "And yes, we expect full recognition for the sovereign borders of the Kingdom of Denmark," he emphasized.

Administrative Appointments and Geopolitical Goals

The situation were additionally exacerbated by the recent naming of a Southern governor as a representative to Greenland. The appointee had openly expressed gratitude to the commander-in-chief, stating it was an "privilege" to serve in a unpaid role to "make Greenland a part of the US."

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

Since returning to office, the American leader has repeatedly unnerved European partners with his expressed desire in Greenland. The territory is viewed as critically strategic for defence and future resource extraction. It currently hosts the most northerly US air base.

Leaving the Door Open to Force

In a significant media appearance, the leader declined to exclude the use of military force to acquire Greenland. This position comes during intensifying great-power 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 remarked.

He characterized 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."

Mounting Tensions and Local Opposition

In reaction to this constant "drumbeat" of intent, Danish intelligence service took the extraordinary step last month of classifying the United States as a "security risk."

The leaders of both Greenland delivered a joint and forceful 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 vast majority of the island's residents desire self-rule from Denmark, there is also scant desire to become part of the United States. The territory has had the legal right to declare sovereignty for over a decade.

Expert View: A Credible Scenario?

Military experts are now reconsidering the likelihood of such a move. One policy director focusing in defence admitted she had previously discounted the rhetoric but was "currently not so sure."

"Logistically, it would be feasible for the US to station a few hundred or a couple thousand troops on Greenland, and it's unclear to me who could do anything about it," she concluded.