American Attack on Venezuela Raises Concerns of Future Greenland Annexation.

Recent US-led strike in Venezuela and the seizure of its leader have renewed apprehension regarding America's ambitions on the Arctic territory. Followers of the ex-president's base have allegedly set their sights on the resource-rich landmass in the wake of the operations in the southern hemisphere.

Provocative Posts and Diplomatic Backlash

Merely a short time following the initiation of the Venezuelan operation, a well-known conservative podcaster, who is the spouse of a senior White House aide, shared a suggestive map. The graphic showed Greenland covered in the stars and stripes, accompanied by single-word message: "COMING."

This overt threat to absorb the mineral-rich region, which is a member of the NATO alliance, provoked swift and strong condemnation from Danish officials.

"Denmark and the US are strong partners and should continue to work together 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 US collaborate to guarantee security in the North."

The diplomat additionally highlighted that Denmark had substantially boosted its military budget this year, earmarking a substantial sum expressly for Arctic and North Atlantic defence. "And yes, we demand full respect for the territorial integrity of the Kingdom of Denmark," he added.

Political Appointments and Strategic Interests

The situation were further exacerbated by the previous appointment of a Southern governor as a representative to Greenland. The appointee had publicly expressed gratitude to the president, saying it was an "honour" to serve in a unpaid role to "make Greenland a part of the US."

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

Ever since returning to office, the US president has consistently alarmed European allies with his expressed interest in Greenland. The territory is considered vitally important for national security and potential mineral exploitation. It already houses the northernmost US air base.

Refusing to Rule Out Force

In a notable media appearance, the president declined to rule out the use of military force to gain control of Greenland. This position comes during intensifying 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 stated.

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

Growing Tensions and Local Opposition

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

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

Surveys in Greenland reveals a complex sentiment. While a overwhelming percentage of the island's residents desire self-rule from Denmark, there is also scant appetite to join the United States. The territory has had the option to seek sovereignty for many years.

Expert Assessment: A Credible Scenario?

Some analysts are increasingly reconsidering the likelihood of such a move. One policy director focusing in defence admitted she had previously discounted the rhetoric but was "now not so sure."

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