US Military Operation on Venezuela Fuels Fears of Potential Greenland Acquisition.

The recent American military action in the South American nation and the seizure of its president have renewed apprehension regarding America's ambitions on the Arctic territory. Members of the ex-president's political movement have allegedly focused on the vast island following the operations in South America.

Provocative Messages and Diplomatic Backlash

Only hours following the initiation of the Venezuelan operation, a prominent conservative podcaster, who is married to a high-ranking White House aide, shared a suggestive map. The picture depicted Greenland draped with the American flag, with the cryptic message: "SOON."

This blatant suggestion to absorb the resource-abundant land, which is a part of the North Atlantic alliance, provoked immediate and strong condemnation from Denmark's officials.

"We are strong partners and should keep work together as such. US security is equally the Arctic's and Denmark’s security," declared the Copenhagen's envoy to the United States. "Our nation and the United States work together to ensure security in the Arctic."

The ambassador additionally pointed out that the kingdom had significantly increased its military budget recently, earmarking a large amount expressly for Northern and regional defence. "Furthermore, we demand full recognition for the sovereign borders of the Kingdom of Denmark," he emphasized.

Administrative Appointments and Geopolitical Goals

The situation were further complicated by the previous naming of a Southern governor as a representative to Greenland. The appointee had openly thanked the commander-in-chief, saying it was an "privilege" to work in a unpaid capacity to "bring Greenland into the US."

Following the military action in Venezuela, this envoy praised the president's decisive move, linking it to the wider "fight against narcotics."

Since returning to office, the American leader has repeatedly alarmed European allies with his stated desire in Greenland. The territory is considered critically important for defence and future mineral exploitation. It already hosts the most northerly US air base.

Leaving the Door Open to Force

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

He characterized 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 Tensions and Local Opposition

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

The leaders of both Greenland delivered a joint and stern rebuke: "We have said it very clearly before. Now we say it again... You must not take over other countries."

Surveys in Greenland reveals a complex sentiment. While a overwhelming percentage of the island's residents seek self-rule from Denmark, there is also little to no desire to become part of the United States. The territory has had the legal right to seek independence for many years.

Analyst Assessment: A Plausible Scenario?

Some experts are now re-evaluating the possibility of such a move. One policy director focusing in defence conceded she had previously dismissed the sabre-rattling but was "now not so sure."

"Logistically, it would be feasible for the US to deploy a couple hundred or a couple thousand troops inside of Greenland, and it's unclear to me who could intervene about it," she observed.