US Attack on Venezuela Raises Concerns of Potential Greenland Takeover.

The recent American strike in the South American nation and the detention of its president have renewed unease regarding Washington's ambitions on the Arctic territory. Members of the former president's political movement have allegedly focused on the vast landmass in the wake of the operations in South America.

Inflammatory Posts and Diplomatic Outrage

Only hours after the initiation of the Venezuelan campaign, a well-known right-wing commentator, who is the spouse of a high-ranking presidential adviser, posted a symbolic map. The picture depicted Greenland covered in the stars and stripes, accompanied by single-word caption: "SOON."

This overt suggestion to claim the mineral-rich region, which is a part of the NATO alliance, triggered immediate and firm condemnation from Danish representatives.

"Denmark and the US are close allies and should continue to work together 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 United States collaborate to ensure security in the Arctic."

The ambassador further highlighted that Denmark had significantly boosted its defence spending recently, earmarking a substantial sum specifically for Arctic and North Atlantic security. "And yes, we demand full recognition for the sovereign borders of the Kingdom of Denmark," he emphasized.

Administrative Appointments and Strategic Interests

The tensions were additionally complicated by the recent naming of a Southern governor as a representative to Greenland. The appointee had openly thanked the commander-in-chief, saying it was an "honour" to work in a unpaid role to "bring Greenland into the US."

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

Ever since returning to office, the US president has consistently unnerved transatlantic partners with his stated desire in Greenland. The territory is viewed as vitally strategic for defence and future resource extraction. It currently hosts the most northerly US military base.

Refusing to Rule Out Military Action

In a notable media appearance, the leader refused to rule out the use of armed action to gain control of Greenland. This position comes amid intensifying great-power competition 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 Indigenous Resistance

In reaction to this persistent "rhetoric" of intent, Danish security agency took the unprecedented step last month of labelling the United States as a "potential threat."

The prime ministers of both Greenland delivered 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 shows a complex sentiment. While a vast majority of the territory's inhabitants desire independence from Denmark, there is simultaneously little to no desire to join the United States. The territory has had the option to seek sovereignty for many years.

Analyst Assessment: A Plausible Scenario?

Some analysts are increasingly re-evaluating the possibility of such a move. One policy analyst focusing in military analysis conceded she had previously discounted the rhetoric but was "currently not so sure."

"It wouldn't be that hard for the US to deploy a couple hundred or a couple thousand soldiers inside of Greenland, and it's unclear to me which power could intervene about it," she concluded.