US Military Operation on Venezuela Raises Fears of Future Greenland Takeover.

The recent US-led military action in Venezuela and the capture of its president have sparked worry regarding America's ambitions on the Arctic territory. Followers of the former president's political movement have allegedly set their sights on the strategically important landmass in the wake of the operations in the southern hemisphere.

Provocative Posts and Diplomatic Backlash

Merely a short time after the commencement of the Venezuelan operation, a well-known right-wing podcaster, who is married to a high-ranking White House adviser, posted a symbolic image. The graphic showed Greenland covered in the stars and stripes, with the cryptic message: "SOON."

This overt suggestion to absorb the resource-abundant region, which is a member of the NATO alliance, provoked swift and strong criticism from Denmark's representatives.

"Denmark and the US are strong partners and should keep cooperate as such. American 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 collaborate to ensure security in the Arctic."

The ambassador further pointed out that Denmark had significantly boosted its military budget this year, allocating a substantial amount expressly for Arctic and North Atlantic security. "Furthermore, we expect complete recognition for the territorial integrity of the our realm," he added.

Political Appointments and Strategic Goals

The tensions were additionally complicated by the recent appointment of a Southern governor as a special envoy to Greenland. The governor had openly expressed gratitude to the commander-in-chief, stating it was an "honour" to work in a unpaid role to "make Greenland a part of the US."

Following the events in Venezuela, this representative praised the administration's actions, linking it to the broader "fight against narcotics."

Ever since assuming office, the American leader has repeatedly unnerved European allies with his expressed desire in Greenland. The territory is considered vitally important for defence and future resource extraction. It currently hosts the most northerly US air base.

Refusing to Rule Out Military Action

In a significant media appearance, the leader declined to exclude the use of armed action to acquire Greenland. This stance comes during intensifying great-power 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 remarked.

He characterized Greenland as having a "tiny amount of people, which we’ll look after, and we’ll cherish them... But we need that for international security."

Growing Friction and Indigenous Resistance

In reaction to this persistent "rhetoric" of intent, Danish 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 rebuke: "We have said it very clearly before. Now we say it again... You cannot take over other countries."

Surveys in Greenland reveals a nuanced picture. While a overwhelming percentage of the territory's residents seek independence from Denmark, there is also scant desire to become part of the United States. The territory has had the option to declare sovereignty for many years.

Expert Assessment: A Plausible Threat?

Military analysts are increasingly reconsidering the likelihood of such a action. One thinktank director focusing in military analysis admitted she had once discounted the rhetoric but was "currently not so sure."

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