American Attack on Caracas Stokes Concerns of Future Danish Territory Acquisition.

The latest US-led strike in Venezuela and the capture of its president have sparked worry regarding Washington's ambitions on the Arctic territory. Followers of the former president's political movement have allegedly focused on the resource-rich landmass in the wake of the events in the southern hemisphere.

Provocative Posts and Diplomatic Outrage

Only hours following the initiation of the Venezuelan operation, a well-known right-wing commentator, who is married to a senior presidential adviser, posted a symbolic image. The graphic depicted Greenland draped with the stars and stripes, accompanied by cryptic message: "COMING."

This overt threat to absorb the mineral-rich region, which is a member of the NATO alliance, provoked swift and firm criticism from Denmark's representatives.

"We are close allies and should keep cooperate as such. American security is equally the Arctic's and our security," stated the Danish ambassador to the United States. "Our nation and the United States collaborate to ensure security in the Arctic."

The ambassador additionally highlighted that the kingdom had significantly boosted its military budget recently, allocating a large sum specifically for Arctic and regional security. "And yes, we expect full recognition for the territorial integrity of the Kingdom of Denmark," he emphasized.

Administrative Moves and Strategic Goals

The situation were further complicated by the previous naming of a US state governor as a representative to Greenland. The appointee had publicly expressed gratitude to the commander-in-chief, stating it was an "honour" to work in a volunteer capacity to "make Greenland a part of the US."

After the events in Venezuela, this representative praised the administration's actions, linking it to the wider "war on drugs."

Ever since returning to office, the American leader has consistently unnerved transatlantic partners with his stated interest in Greenland. The island is considered critically important for defence and future resource extraction. It already houses the most northerly US air base.

Leaving the Door Open to Force

In a notable media interview, the president refused to rule out the resorting to armed action to gain control of Greenland. This stance comes during intensifying 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."

Mounting Tensions and Local Resistance

In reaction to this constant "drumbeat" of intent, Danish intelligence service took the extraordinary step last month of classifying the United States as a "security risk."

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

Public opinion in Greenland shows a complex sentiment. While a vast majority of the island's inhabitants desire self-rule from Copenhagen, there is also scant desire to become part of the United States. The territory has had the legal right to declare sovereignty for many years.

Expert Assessment: A Plausible Scenario?

Some analysts are now re-evaluating the possibility of such a action. One thinktank director focusing in military analysis conceded she had once dismissed the sabre-rattling but was "now not so sure."

"Logistically, it would be feasible for the US to deploy a few hundred or a couple thousand soldiers on Greenland, and it's unclear to me which power could do anything about it," she observed.