US Military Operation on Venezuela Raises Anxieties of Future Greenland Takeover.

The latest US-led bombardment in Venezuela and the seizure of its president have renewed worry regarding America's ambitions on Greenland. Members of the former president's base have allegedly set their sights on the strategically important island following the operations in South America.

Provocative Messages and Diplomatic Backlash

Only hours following the initiation of the Venezuelan operation, a well-known right-wing podcaster, who is the spouse of a high-ranking presidential aide, shared a suggestive map. 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 NATO alliance, provoked immediate and firm criticism from Danish officials.

"We are strong partners and should continue to work together as such. American security is also the Arctic's and our security," declared the Danish ambassador to the United States. "Our nation and the United States collaborate to guarantee security in the North."

The ambassador additionally highlighted that the kingdom had significantly increased its military budget recently, allocating a large amount specifically for Northern and North Atlantic security. "And yes, we demand complete recognition for the territorial integrity of the our realm," he added.

Political Appointments and Strategic Goals

The tensions were further complicated by the recent appointment of a US state governor as a representative to Greenland. The appointee had publicly thanked the president, saying it was an "honour" to serve in a unpaid capacity to "bring Greenland into the US."

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

Ever since assuming office, the US president has consistently alarmed European allies with his stated desire in Greenland. The territory is considered critically important for national security and potential resource extraction. It already houses the most northerly US air base.

Refusing to Rule Out Force

In a significant media appearance, the president refused to exclude the use of armed action to acquire Greenland. This stance comes during growing 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 stated.

He characterized Greenland as having a "very small amount of people, which we’ll take care of, and we’ll cherish them... But we need that for international security."

Mounting Friction and Local Opposition

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

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

Public opinion in Greenland shows a nuanced picture. While a overwhelming percentage of the island's residents seek self-rule from Copenhagen, there is simultaneously scant appetite to join the United States. The island has had the option to declare sovereignty for many years.

Expert Assessment: A Plausible Scenario?

Military experts are now re-evaluating the possibility of such a action. One thinktank director specializing in defence admitted she had once dismissed the sabre-rattling but was "currently not so sure."

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