US Attack on Venezuela Stokes Anxieties of Future Greenland Takeover.

The latest US-led strike in Venezuela and the detention of its leader have sparked unease regarding Washington's ambitions on Greenland. Supporters of the former president's base have reportedly turned their attention to the vast landmass following the events in the southern hemisphere.

Inflammatory Messages and Diplomatic Outrage

Only hours after the initiation of the Caracas campaign, a prominent right-wing commentator, who is married to a senior presidential adviser, posted a suggestive image. The picture depicted Greenland covered in the stars and stripes, accompanied by cryptic message: "COMING."

This blatant suggestion to annex the mineral-rich land, which is a member of the North Atlantic alliance, provoked swift and strong condemnation from Denmark's officials.

"We are close allies and should keep cooperate as such. US security is also Greenland’s and Denmark’s security," stated the Danish ambassador to the United States. "The Kingdom of Denmark and the US work together to ensure security in the North."

The diplomat additionally pointed out that Denmark had significantly increased its defence spending recently, allocating a substantial amount expressly for Arctic and North Atlantic defence. "And yes, we demand full recognition for the sovereign borders of the our realm," he emphasized.

Administrative Moves and Strategic Goals

The tensions were additionally exacerbated by the recent naming of a Southern governor as a special envoy to Greenland. The appointee had publicly thanked the president, saying it was an "privilege" to work in a volunteer role to "bring Greenland into the US."

After the military action in Venezuela, this envoy commended the president's decisive move, connecting it to the broader "fight against narcotics."

Since assuming office, the American leader has consistently unnerved transatlantic partners with his stated desire in Greenland. The island is viewed as critically important for national security and future resource extraction. It already hosts the northernmost US military base.

Leaving the Door Open to Force

In a notable media appearance, the president refused to exclude the resorting to military force to gain control of Greenland. This position comes during intensifying global 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 stated.

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 global security."

Mounting Tensions and Local Resistance

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

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

Surveys in Greenland shows a complex sentiment. While a overwhelming percentage of the territory's residents seek self-rule from Denmark, there is simultaneously scant appetite to become part of the United States. The island has had the legal right to seek independence for many years.

Expert View: A Plausible Scenario?

Military analysts are increasingly reconsidering the possibility of such a move. One policy analyst focusing in military analysis conceded she had previously discounted the sabre-rattling but was "currently not so sure."

"Logistically, it would be feasible 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 observed.