US Attack on Venezuela Stokes Anxieties of Potential Greenland Annexation.

Recent US-led bombardment in the South American nation and the detention of its leader have sparked apprehension regarding America's ambitions on Greenland. Followers of the ex-president's political movement have allegedly set their sights on the resource-rich landmass following the operations in South America.

Inflammatory Messages and Official Outrage

Merely a short time following the start of the Venezuelan campaign, a prominent conservative commentator, who is the spouse of a high-ranking presidential adviser, posted a suggestive image. The graphic depicted Greenland covered in the stars and stripes, accompanied by cryptic caption: "SOON."

This blatant threat to absorb the resource-abundant land, which is a part of the North Atlantic alliance, provoked immediate and firm criticism from Denmark's representatives.

"Denmark and the US are close allies and should keep cooperate as such. American security is also the Arctic's and Denmark’s security," stated the Danish ambassador to the United States. "The Kingdom of Denmark and the United States work together to guarantee security in the Arctic."

The ambassador further highlighted that the kingdom had substantially increased its defence spending this year, allocating a large amount expressly for Northern and North Atlantic defence. "Furthermore, we expect full respect for the sovereign borders of the Kingdom of Denmark," he emphasized.

Political Appointments and Strategic Interests

The tensions were further exacerbated by the previous appointment of a Southern governor as a representative to Greenland. The appointee had openly expressed gratitude to the president, saying it was an "privilege" to work in a volunteer role to "bring Greenland into the US."

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

Since returning to office, the American leader has consistently unnerved European partners with his stated desire in Greenland. The territory is viewed as critically important for defence and potential resource extraction. It already hosts the most northerly US military base.

Leaving the Door Open to Force

In a notable media appearance, the president refused to exclude the use of military force to acquire Greenland. This stance comes amid growing global competition 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 characterized Greenland as having a "tiny amount of people, which we’ll look after, and we’ll value them... But we need that for international security."

Mounting Friction and Indigenous Resistance

In reaction to this constant "drumbeat" of threats, Denmark's 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 statement: "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 desire independence from Denmark, there is simultaneously little to no desire to become part of the United States. The island has had the option to seek independence for many years.

Expert Assessment: A Credible Scenario?

Military experts are increasingly re-evaluating the possibility of such a action. One thinktank analyst focusing in military analysis conceded she had previously discounted the sabre-rattling but was "now not so sure."

"It wouldn't be that hard for the US to deploy a few hundred or a couple thousand soldiers on Greenland, and it's unclear to me who could intervene about it," she observed.