US Attack on Venezuela Fuels Concerns of Potential Danish Territory Acquisition.

Recent US-led bombardment in Venezuela and the capture of its leader have ignited apprehension regarding Washington's ambitions on Greenland. Followers of the ex-president's base have reportedly focused on the vast landmass in the wake of the events in South America.

Provocative Posts and Diplomatic Backlash

Merely hours following the commencement of the Venezuelan campaign, a prominent right-wing podcaster, who is married to a senior White House adviser, posted a suggestive image. The picture depicted Greenland covered in the stars and stripes, with the cryptic message: "SOON."

This blatant threat to claim the mineral-rich land, which is a member of the NATO alliance, triggered swift and firm condemnation from Denmark's officials.

"We are strong partners and should keep cooperate as such. US security is equally Greenland’s and our security," stated the Copenhagen's envoy to the United States. "Our nation and the United States collaborate to ensure security in the Arctic."

The diplomat further pointed out that the kingdom had substantially increased its military budget recently, allocating a substantial sum expressly for Northern and regional security. "And yes, we demand full recognition for the sovereign borders of the our realm," he added.

Political Appointments and Strategic Goals

The situation were further exacerbated by the recent appointment of a US state governor as a representative to Greenland. The appointee had openly expressed gratitude to the commander-in-chief, saying it was an "honour" to work in a volunteer capacity 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 wider "war on drugs."

Since returning to office, the American leader has consistently alarmed transatlantic allies with his expressed interest in Greenland. The island is considered critically important for national security and future resource extraction. It already hosts the northernmost US air base.

Refusing to Rule Out Military Action

In a notable television interview, the leader declined to rule out the use of military force to gain control of Greenland. This position comes amid intensifying global competition 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 "tiny amount of people, which we’ll look after, and we’ll cherish them... But we need that for global security."

Mounting Tensions and Indigenous Opposition

In response to this constant "drumbeat" of threats, Denmark's security agency took the extraordinary step last month of labelling the United States as a "security risk."

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

Surveys in Greenland shows a nuanced sentiment. While a overwhelming percentage of the island's inhabitants seek independence from Denmark, there is simultaneously scant appetite to become part of the United States. The territory has had the option to declare sovereignty for many years.

Expert Assessment: A Plausible Scenario?

Some analysts are now re-evaluating the possibility of such a move. One thinktank analyst focusing 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 deploy a couple hundred or a few thousand troops inside of Greenland, and it's not clear to me who could intervene about it," she concluded.