American Attack on Venezuela Raises Concerns of Future Greenland Annexation.

The recent US-led military action in the South American nation and the capture of its president have ignited unease regarding Washington's ambitions on the Arctic territory. Followers of the ex-president's base have reportedly set their sights on the strategically important landmass following the events in South America.

Provocative Messages and Official Outrage

Only hours after the commencement of the Venezuelan campaign, a well-known conservative podcaster, who is the spouse of a high-ranking presidential aide, posted a suggestive map. The graphic depicted Greenland covered in the stars and stripes, with the single-word message: "COMING."

This blatant threat to absorb the resource-abundant land, which is a member of the North Atlantic alliance, provoked swift and firm criticism from Denmark's officials.

"We are strong partners and should continue to work together as such. US security is equally the Arctic's and Denmark’s security," declared the Copenhagen's envoy to the United States. "The Kingdom of Denmark and the United States collaborate to guarantee security in the Arctic."

The diplomat additionally pointed out that the kingdom had significantly increased its military budget this year, allocating a large amount specifically for Northern and regional defence. "And yes, we demand complete recognition for the sovereign borders of the our realm," he added.

Political Moves and Strategic Goals

The situation were further complicated by the previous naming of a US state governor as a special envoy to Greenland. The appointee had openly expressed gratitude to the commander-in-chief, saying it was an "honour" to serve in a unpaid role to "make Greenland a part of the US."

After the military action in Venezuela, this representative praised the president's decisive move, connecting it to the wider "fight against narcotics."

Since assuming office, the US president has consistently alarmed transatlantic allies with his expressed interest in Greenland. The island is considered critically important for defence and potential resource extraction. It already hosts the most northerly US air base.

Leaving the Door Open to Military Action

In a significant media appearance, the president refused to rule out the resorting to armed action to gain control of Greenland. This position comes amid intensifying 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 value them... But we need that for global security."

Mounting Friction and Local Opposition

In response to this persistent "drumbeat" of intent, Denmark's security agency took the extraordinary step last month of labelling the United States as a "potential threat."

The prime ministers of Denmark and Greenland delivered a unified 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 picture. While a vast majority of the territory's inhabitants seek self-rule from Denmark, there is also little to no appetite to become part of the United States. The island has had the legal right to seek sovereignty for over a decade.

Expert View: A Plausible Threat?

Some analysts are now re-evaluating the possibility of such a move. One policy director specializing in military analysis admitted she had once discounted the sabre-rattling but was "now not so sure."

"Logistically, it would be feasible for the US to deploy a couple hundred or a few thousand troops inside of Greenland, and it's unclear to me who could do anything about it," she concluded.