American Attack on Venezuela Raises Concerns of Potential Greenland Acquisition.

The latest US-led bombardment in the South American nation and the detention of its leader have ignited apprehension regarding Washington's ambitions on Greenland. Members of the ex-president's political movement have reportedly turned their attention to the strategically important landmass following the events in South America.

Inflammatory Messages and Diplomatic Backlash

Only a short time after the commencement of the Caracas operation, a well-known conservative podcaster, who is the spouse of a senior White House adviser, posted a suggestive map. The picture depicted Greenland draped with the stars and stripes, accompanied by single-word caption: "COMING."

This overt suggestion to claim the resource-abundant region, which is a part of the NATO alliance, triggered immediate and strong criticism from Danish representatives.

"Denmark and the US are close allies and should continue to work together as such. US security is also the Arctic's and Denmark’s security," declared the Copenhagen's envoy to the United States. "The Kingdom of Denmark and the United States collaborate to ensure security in the North."

The diplomat additionally pointed out that Denmark had significantly increased its defence spending recently, allocating a substantial amount specifically for Arctic and North Atlantic defence. "Furthermore, we expect full recognition for the sovereign borders of the Kingdom of Denmark," he emphasized.

Political Appointments and Strategic Interests

The tensions were further exacerbated by the recent appointment of a Southern governor as a special envoy to Greenland. The appointee had openly thanked the president, saying it was an "honour" to serve in a volunteer role to "bring Greenland into the US."

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

Ever since assuming office, the US president has repeatedly unnerved European partners with his stated interest in Greenland. The island is considered critically strategic for defence and potential mineral exploitation. It already houses the most northerly US military base.

Leaving the Door Open to Military Action

In a significant media interview, the president refused to rule out the use of armed action to acquire Greenland. This position comes amid 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 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 Tensions and Indigenous Opposition

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

The prime ministers of Denmark and Greenland delivered a unified and forceful rebuke: "We have said it very clearly before. Now we say it again... You cannot take over other countries."

Surveys in Greenland reveals a complex picture. While a vast majority of the territory's inhabitants desire self-rule from Denmark, there is also scant appetite to become part of the United States. The island has had the legal right to seek sovereignty for many years.

Expert View: A Credible Scenario?

Some experts are increasingly re-evaluating the likelihood of such a action. One policy analyst focusing in military analysis conceded she had previously dismissed the rhetoric but was "now not so sure."

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