US Military Operation on Caracas Stokes Fears of Potential Greenland Annexation.

The recent American military action in Venezuela and the detention of its president have ignited unease regarding America's ambitions on the Arctic territory. Members of the ex-president's base have allegedly focused on the vast landmass following the events in South America.

Provocative Messages and Official Backlash

Only hours following the start of the Venezuelan operation, a well-known right-wing podcaster, who is the spouse of a senior presidential aide, posted a suggestive image. The picture depicted Greenland covered in the stars and stripes, accompanied by cryptic message: "SOON."

This overt threat to absorb the mineral-rich land, which is a member of the NATO alliance, triggered immediate and firm criticism from Danish representatives.

"Denmark and the US are strong partners and should keep cooperate as such. US security is equally Greenland’s and our security," declared the Copenhagen's envoy to the United States. "Our nation and the United States work together to guarantee security in the North."

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

Political Appointments and Geopolitical Goals

The situation were further complicated by the recent naming of a Southern governor as a special envoy to Greenland. The appointee had openly thanked the president, saying it was an "privilege" to work in a volunteer role to "make Greenland a part of the US."

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

Ever since returning to office, the American leader has consistently unnerved European partners with his stated interest in Greenland. The territory is considered vitally important for national security and potential mineral exploitation. It currently houses the most northerly US air base.

Refusing to Rule Out Force

In a notable television appearance, the president declined to exclude the resorting to military force to gain control of Greenland. This stance comes amid growing 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 "very small amount of people, which we’ll look after, and we’ll cherish them... But we need that for international security."

Mounting Friction and Indigenous Resistance

In response to this constant "rhetoric" of intent, Denmark's security agency took the unprecedented step last month of labelling the United States as a "security risk."

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

Public opinion in Greenland shows a complex picture. While a overwhelming percentage of the island's residents seek self-rule from Copenhagen, there is also little to no desire to join the United States. The territory has had the legal right to declare sovereignty for many years.

Expert View: A Plausible Scenario?

Some experts are now re-evaluating the possibility of such a action. One thinktank director specializing in military analysis conceded she had previously discounted the rhetoric but was "currently not so sure."

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