US Military Operation on Venezuela Raises Anxieties of Potential Greenland Takeover.

Recent American strike in Venezuela and the detention of its leader have ignited apprehension regarding Washington's designs on Greenland. Members of the former president's political movement have allegedly set their sights on the vast landmass in the wake of the operations in the southern hemisphere.

Inflammatory Messages and Official Backlash

Only hours after the commencement of the Venezuelan campaign, a prominent right-wing commentator, who is the spouse of a high-ranking presidential aide, posted a symbolic map. The graphic depicted Greenland covered in the stars and stripes, accompanied by cryptic caption: "SOON."

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

"We are close allies and should continue to cooperate as such. US security is also Greenland’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 North."

The diplomat additionally highlighted that the kingdom had substantially boosted its defence spending this year, allocating a large sum specifically for Arctic and regional security. "And yes, we expect complete respect for the sovereign borders of the our realm," he emphasized.

Political Appointments and Strategic Goals

The situation were further complicated by the recent appointment of a Southern governor as a special envoy to Greenland. The governor had publicly thanked the commander-in-chief, stating it was an "honour" to work in a volunteer capacity to "bring Greenland into the US."

After the events in Venezuela, this representative commended the administration's actions, connecting it to the broader "fight against narcotics."

Ever since returning to office, the American leader has repeatedly alarmed transatlantic partners with his stated interest in Greenland. The island is considered critically strategic for national security and future mineral exploitation. It currently houses the northernmost US military base.

Refusing to Rule Out Military Action

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 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 remarked.

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

Mounting Tensions and Local Opposition

In reaction to this constant "rhetoric" of threats, Denmark's intelligence service took the extraordinary step last month of labelling the United States as a "security risk."

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

Public opinion in Greenland reveals a nuanced sentiment. While a vast majority of the territory's residents desire independence from Copenhagen, there is simultaneously scant appetite to become part of the United States. The island has had the option to seek sovereignty for many years.

Analyst Assessment: A Credible Threat?

Military analysts are now re-evaluating the possibility of such a action. One thinktank analyst specializing in military analysis admitted she had previously discounted the sabre-rattling but was "currently not so sure."

"It wouldn't be that hard for the US to station a few hundred or a couple thousand troops inside of Greenland, and it's not clear to me which power could do anything about it," she observed.