US Military Operation on Venezuela Raises Fears of Potential Danish Territory Acquisition.

The latest American strike in Venezuela and the capture of its president have sparked worry regarding America's designs on the Arctic territory. Members of the former president's base have allegedly set their sights on the strategically important landmass following the events in South America.

Inflammatory Posts and Official Outrage

Only hours following the initiation of the Venezuelan operation, a prominent right-wing commentator, who is the spouse of a senior White House aide, posted a suggestive map. The picture depicted Greenland covered in the American flag, accompanied by single-word message: "SOON."

This overt suggestion to claim the mineral-rich land, which is a member of the North Atlantic alliance, triggered swift and firm criticism from Denmark's representatives.

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

The diplomat further pointed out that Denmark had substantially boosted its military budget recently, earmarking a large amount specifically for Northern and North Atlantic security. "Furthermore, we expect full recognition for the sovereign borders of the Kingdom of Denmark," he emphasized.

Administrative Appointments and Geopolitical Interests

The tensions were additionally exacerbated by the previous naming of a US state governor as a representative to Greenland. The appointee had publicly thanked the commander-in-chief, saying it was an "honour" to serve in a unpaid capacity to "make Greenland a part of the US."

After the military action in Venezuela, this envoy praised the administration's decisive move, linking it to the broader "war on drugs."

Ever since returning to office, the American leader has consistently alarmed European partners with his stated desire in Greenland. The island is considered vitally important for national security and potential mineral exploitation. It already houses the northernmost US air base.

Leaving the Door Open to Military Action

In a significant television appearance, the leader declined to exclude the resorting to military force to acquire Greenland. This position 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 stated.

He described Greenland as having a "very small amount of people, which we’ll take care of, and we’ll value them... But we need that for global security."

Growing Friction and Indigenous Opposition

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

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

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

Expert View: A Credible Scenario?

Military analysts are increasingly re-evaluating the likelihood of such a action. One policy analyst focusing in defence admitted she had previously dismissed the rhetoric but was "now not so sure."

"Logistically, it would be feasible for the US to station a couple hundred or a couple thousand soldiers inside of Greenland, and it's unclear to me who could do anything about it," she observed.