American Military Operation on Venezuela Raises Fears of Potential Greenland Takeover.

Recent US-led military action in the South American nation and the seizure of its president have ignited unease regarding America's designs on Greenland. Supporters of the ex-president's political movement have allegedly focused on the resource-rich island following the operations in South America.

Inflammatory Messages and Diplomatic Outrage

Only a short time following the start of the Venezuelan operation, a well-known conservative podcaster, who is married to a high-ranking presidential aide, posted a symbolic image. The graphic depicted Greenland draped with the stars and stripes, accompanied by cryptic caption: "COMING."

This blatant threat to absorb the resource-abundant region, which is a part of the NATO alliance, triggered immediate and firm condemnation from Danish representatives.

"Denmark and the US are strong partners and should keep work together as such. American security is equally Greenland’s and our security," declared the Copenhagen's envoy to the United States. "Our nation and the United States work together to guarantee security in the North."

The diplomat additionally highlighted that the kingdom had significantly increased its military budget recently, earmarking a large amount expressly for Northern and North Atlantic defence. "Furthermore, we demand full recognition for the sovereign borders of the our realm," he added.

Political Appointments and Geopolitical Goals

The tensions were additionally complicated by the previous appointment of a Southern governor as a representative to Greenland. The appointee had openly expressed gratitude to the president, stating it was an "privilege" to work in a unpaid role to "make Greenland a part of the US."

After the events in Venezuela, this envoy commended the administration's decisive move, linking it to the broader "fight against narcotics."

Ever since assuming office, the American leader has consistently alarmed transatlantic partners with his stated desire in Greenland. The territory is considered vitally important for defence and future resource extraction. It currently hosts the most northerly US air base.

Refusing to Rule Out Military Action

In a notable media interview, the leader declined to rule out the use of military force to gain control of Greenland. This position comes amid growing great-power rivalry 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 remarked.

He characterized 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 threats, Danish security agency took the extraordinary step last month of labelling the United States as a "security risk."

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

Public opinion in Greenland reveals a complex sentiment. While a vast majority of the territory's inhabitants seek independence from Denmark, there is also little to no desire to join the United States. The island has had the legal right to seek sovereignty for many years.

Expert View: A Plausible Threat?

Military experts are increasingly re-evaluating the possibility of such a move. One policy director focusing in military analysis conceded she had previously dismissed the rhetoric but was "currently not so sure."

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