US Attack on Venezuela Raises Concerns of Potential Greenland Acquisition.

The recent American bombardment in Venezuela and the seizure of its leader have sparked apprehension regarding America's ambitions on the Arctic territory. Members of the ex-president's political movement have allegedly set their sights on the resource-rich landmass in the wake of the events in South America.

Provocative Posts and Diplomatic Backlash

Merely hours after the initiation of the Caracas campaign, a prominent right-wing commentator, who is married to a high-ranking White House adviser, shared a symbolic image. The picture depicted Greenland draped with the stars and stripes, accompanied by single-word message: "SOON."

This blatant threat to absorb the mineral-rich region, which is a part of the North Atlantic alliance, triggered immediate and strong criticism from Danish officials.

"We are close allies and should continue to cooperate as such. US security is equally Greenland’s and our security," stated the Copenhagen's envoy to the United States. "The Kingdom of Denmark and the United States collaborate to guarantee security in the North."

The diplomat further highlighted that Denmark had substantially increased its defence spending this year, allocating a large amount specifically for Arctic and regional defence. "And yes, we demand full respect for the sovereign borders of the Kingdom of Denmark," he added.

Political Moves and Strategic Goals

The situation were further exacerbated by the previous naming of a US state governor as a representative to Greenland. The appointee had openly expressed gratitude to the commander-in-chief, stating it was an "privilege" to work in a unpaid role 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 "fight against narcotics."

Since assuming office, the American leader has consistently unnerved European allies with his expressed desire in Greenland. The island is viewed as critically important for national security and potential resource extraction. It already houses the northernmost US air base.

Refusing to Rule Out Military Action

In a significant media appearance, the president declined to rule out the use of military force to acquire Greenland. This position comes amid growing great-power 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 remarked.

He described 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 Tensions and Indigenous Resistance

In response to this constant "drumbeat" of threats, Denmark's intelligence service took the extraordinary step last month of classifying the United States as a "potential threat."

The prime ministers of both Greenland delivered a joint and forceful rebuke: "We have said it very clearly before. Now we say it again... You must not annex other countries."

Public opinion in Greenland shows a complex picture. While a vast majority of the territory's residents seek independence from Copenhagen, there is simultaneously little to no appetite to join the United States. The territory has had the option to seek sovereignty for over a decade.

Expert Assessment: A Credible Scenario?

Military experts are now re-evaluating the possibility of such a action. One thinktank analyst focusing in military analysis admitted she had previously dismissed 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 soldiers inside of Greenland, and it's unclear to me who could do anything about it," she concluded.