US Attack on Venezuela Fuels Concerns of Future Greenland Annexation.

The recent US-led bombardment in Venezuela and the capture of its leader have renewed apprehension regarding America's ambitions on Greenland. Members of the former president's base have reportedly set their sights on the strategically important island in the wake of the events in South America.

Provocative Posts and Diplomatic Backlash

Only a short time following the commencement of the Venezuelan campaign, a well-known right-wing commentator, who is married to a senior White House aide, shared a suggestive image. The picture depicted Greenland draped with the American flag, with the cryptic caption: "COMING."

This overt suggestion to annex the resource-abundant land, which is a part of the North Atlantic alliance, provoked immediate and strong condemnation from Denmark's officials.

"We are close allies and should continue to work together as such. US security is also 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 ensure security in the North."

The diplomat further pointed out that Denmark had substantially increased its defence spending this year, earmarking a large sum specifically for Arctic and North Atlantic security. "Furthermore, we expect full recognition for the sovereign borders of the our realm," he emphasized.

Administrative Appointments and Geopolitical Interests

The tensions were additionally complicated by the recent appointment of a Southern governor as a special envoy to Greenland. The governor had publicly expressed gratitude to the commander-in-chief, saying it was an "privilege" to work in a volunteer capacity to "make Greenland a part of the US."

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

Ever since returning to office, the American leader has repeatedly alarmed transatlantic partners with his stated desire in Greenland. The island is viewed as vitally important for defence and future mineral exploitation. It already hosts the northernmost US air base.

Refusing to Rule Out Military Action

In a notable media appearance, the leader refused to rule out the use of military force to acquire Greenland. This position comes amid intensifying global 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 stated.

He characterized Greenland as having a "tiny amount of people, which we’ll take care of, and we’ll value them... But we need that for global security."

Mounting Friction and Indigenous Resistance

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

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

Surveys in Greenland shows a nuanced picture. While a vast majority of the territory's residents seek independence from Denmark, there is also little to no desire to join the United States. The island has had the option to seek independence for many years.

Expert Assessment: A Credible Scenario?

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

"It wouldn't be that hard for the US to station a few hundred or a couple thousand soldiers on Greenland, and it's not clear to me who could do anything about it," she concluded.