US Attack on Venezuela Raises Fears of Potential Greenland Acquisition.

The recent American bombardment in the South American nation and the detention of its president have sparked worry regarding America's ambitions on the Arctic territory. Supporters of the former president's political movement have allegedly turned their attention to the strategically important island following the events in South America.

Provocative Posts and Diplomatic Backlash

Merely a short time following the commencement of the Venezuelan operation, a prominent conservative podcaster, who is married to a high-ranking presidential aide, posted a symbolic image. The picture showed Greenland draped with the American flag, accompanied by single-word caption: "SOON."

This blatant threat to absorb the resource-abundant land, which is a part of the NATO alliance, provoked swift and strong criticism from Denmark's officials.

"We are strong partners and should continue to cooperate as such. US security is also Greenland’s and our security," declared the Danish ambassador to the United States. "Our nation and the United States work together to ensure security in the Arctic."

The ambassador further pointed out that Denmark had significantly increased its defence spending recently, allocating a substantial sum specifically for Arctic and regional security. "And yes, we expect complete respect for the territorial integrity of the our realm," he added.

Administrative Moves and Geopolitical Goals

The tensions were additionally complicated by the previous naming of a Southern governor as a representative to Greenland. The appointee had openly thanked the commander-in-chief, stating it was an "privilege" to work in a volunteer role to "bring Greenland into the US."

Following the events in Venezuela, this representative commended the administration's decisive move, linking it to the wider "war on drugs."

Ever since returning to office, the US president has consistently unnerved European allies with his expressed desire in Greenland. The island is considered vitally important for national security and future mineral exploitation. It currently hosts the most northerly US air base.

Refusing to Rule Out Military Action

In a significant media interview, the leader refused to rule out the use of military force to gain control of Greenland. This stance comes amid growing global rivalry 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 stated.

He described 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 response to this constant "drumbeat" of threats, Denmark's security agency took the extraordinary step last month of labelling the United States as a "potential threat."

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

Public opinion in Greenland reveals a nuanced picture. While a overwhelming percentage of the island's inhabitants desire independence from Denmark, there is simultaneously little to no appetite to become part of the United States. The territory has had the option to seek independence for over a decade.

Analyst Assessment: A Credible Scenario?

Some analysts are increasingly reconsidering the likelihood of such a move. One thinktank 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 deploy a couple hundred or a couple thousand soldiers inside of Greenland, and it's not clear to me who could intervene about it," she observed.