US Military Operation on Venezuela Raises Fears of Potential Danish Territory Takeover.

Recent US-led strike in Venezuela and the seizure of its leader have renewed unease regarding America's ambitions on Greenland. Members of the ex-president's political movement have reportedly set their sights on the strategically important island in the wake of the operations in the southern hemisphere.

Provocative Messages and Diplomatic Outrage

Merely a short time following the initiation of the Venezuelan operation, a prominent conservative podcaster, who is the spouse of a senior White House aide, posted a symbolic map. The picture depicted Greenland covered in the American flag, accompanied by cryptic caption: "SOON."

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

"Denmark and the US are strong partners and should keep work together as such. US security is also Greenland’s and Denmark’s security," stated the Danish ambassador to the United States. "Our nation and the US collaborate to ensure security in the Arctic."

The ambassador further highlighted that Denmark had significantly boosted its defence spending recently, allocating a substantial amount specifically for Northern and regional security. "And yes, we demand full recognition for the sovereign borders of the Kingdom of Denmark," he emphasized.

Administrative Moves and Strategic Goals

The tensions were further complicated by the previous appointment of a US state 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 unpaid role to "bring Greenland into the US."

After the military action in Venezuela, this envoy commended the president's actions, connecting it to the broader "war on drugs."

Since assuming office, the American leader has consistently alarmed European allies with his stated interest in Greenland. The territory is viewed as critically strategic for defence and potential resource extraction. It currently hosts the northernmost US military base.

Leaving the Door Open to Force

In a significant media interview, the leader refused to exclude the resorting to armed action to acquire Greenland. This stance comes during intensifying global 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 stated.

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 Resistance

In response to this persistent "rhetoric" of threats, Denmark's intelligence service took the extraordinary step last month of labelling the United States as a "potential threat."

The leaders of Denmark and Greenland issued a joint and stern statement: "We have said it very clearly before. Now we say it again... You must not annex other countries."

Surveys in Greenland shows a nuanced sentiment. While a overwhelming percentage of the territory's inhabitants seek self-rule from Denmark, there is also scant desire to join the United States. The island has had the legal right to declare independence for many years.

Expert View: A Credible Threat?

Some experts are increasingly re-evaluating the likelihood of such a action. One policy director specializing in defence conceded she had previously 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 soldiers on Greenland, and it's not clear to me which power could do anything about it," she concluded.