US Attack on Venezuela Fuels Anxieties of Potential Greenland Takeover.

The recent US-led strike in the South American nation and the seizure of its leader have sparked apprehension regarding America's ambitions on the Arctic territory. Supporters of the ex-president's base have reportedly set their sights on the strategically important landmass following the operations in South America.

Inflammatory Posts and Diplomatic Backlash

Only hours following the commencement of the Venezuelan operation, a prominent conservative podcaster, who is the spouse of a senior White House aide, posted a symbolic map. The graphic depicted Greenland covered in the American flag, accompanied by cryptic caption: "SOON."

This overt threat to absorb the mineral-rich region, which is a part of the North Atlantic alliance, triggered immediate and firm condemnation from Danish officials.

"Denmark and the US are strong partners and should keep work together as such. American security is also Greenland’s and our security," stated the Copenhagen's envoy to the United States. "The Kingdom of Denmark and the US work together to ensure security in the North."

The ambassador further highlighted that the kingdom had significantly boosted its defence spending recently, earmarking a large sum specifically for Arctic and regional defence. "Furthermore, we demand full recognition for the sovereign borders of the our realm," he added.

Political Appointments and Strategic Interests

The tensions were additionally complicated by the previous naming of a Southern governor as a special envoy to Greenland. The governor had publicly expressed gratitude to the president, stating it was an "honour" to serve in a unpaid capacity to "make Greenland a part of the US."

After the military action in Venezuela, this representative praised the president's actions, linking it to the broader "war on drugs."

Since returning to office, the US president has consistently unnerved transatlantic partners with his expressed desire in Greenland. The island is viewed as vitally important for national security and potential resource extraction. It already hosts the northernmost US air base.

Leaving the Door Open to Military Action

In a notable television interview, the president declined to exclude the use of armed action to acquire Greenland. This position comes amid growing 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 described Greenland as having a "very small amount of people, which we’ll look after, and we’ll value them... But we need that for international security."

Mounting Friction and Local Opposition

In reaction to this persistent "drumbeat" of intent, Danish intelligence service took the unprecedented step last month of labelling the United States as a "security risk."

The prime ministers of both Greenland issued a joint and stern statement: "We have said it very clearly before. Now we say it again... You cannot annex other countries."

Surveys in Greenland reveals a nuanced picture. While a vast majority of the island's inhabitants seek self-rule from Copenhagen, there is simultaneously scant desire to become part of the United States. The island has had the legal right to declare independence for many years.

Analyst Assessment: A Credible Scenario?

Some analysts are now reconsidering the likelihood of such a move. One policy analyst specializing in defence admitted she had once dismissed the rhetoric but was "currently not so sure."

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