US Military Operation on Venezuela Fuels Concerns of Future Greenland Takeover.

The recent US-led military action in the South American nation and the seizure of its president have sparked unease regarding America's ambitions on Greenland. Members of the ex-president's base have reportedly set their sights on the strategically important island in the wake of the events in the southern hemisphere.

Inflammatory Messages and Official Backlash

Merely hours following the start of the Caracas campaign, a prominent conservative podcaster, who is married to a senior presidential aide, posted a symbolic map. The picture depicted Greenland draped with the stars and stripes, accompanied by cryptic message: "SOON."

This blatant suggestion to claim the mineral-rich region, which is a part of the North Atlantic alliance, triggered swift and firm criticism from Danish representatives.

"Denmark and the US are strong partners and should keep cooperate as such. US security is equally Greenland’s and Denmark’s security," declared the Danish ambassador to the United States. "The Kingdom of Denmark and the US work together to ensure security in the North."

The ambassador additionally highlighted that Denmark had significantly increased its military budget this year, earmarking a substantial amount expressly for Northern and North Atlantic defence. "Furthermore, we expect full recognition for the sovereign borders of the Kingdom of Denmark," he emphasized.

Administrative Appointments and Strategic Goals

The situation were additionally exacerbated by the recent appointment of a US state governor as a representative to Greenland. The appointee had publicly thanked the president, stating it was an "privilege" to serve in a unpaid capacity to "make Greenland a part of the US."

Following the military action in Venezuela, this envoy praised the president's actions, connecting it to the wider "war on drugs."

Since assuming office, the American leader has repeatedly alarmed transatlantic allies with his expressed desire in Greenland. The territory is considered critically important for national security and potential resource extraction. It currently hosts the most northerly US military base.

Leaving the Door Open to Military Action

In a significant media interview, the president refused to rule out the use of armed action to gain control of Greenland. This stance comes during growing 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 remarked.

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 global security."

Growing Friction and Local Resistance

In reaction to this persistent "rhetoric" of intent, Denmark's intelligence service took the unprecedented step last month of classifying the United States as a "potential threat."

The prime ministers of Denmark and Greenland delivered a joint and stern rebuke: "We have said it very clearly before. Now we say it again... You cannot take over other countries."

Surveys in Greenland reveals a nuanced picture. While a overwhelming percentage of the territory's residents seek self-rule from Denmark, there is simultaneously scant appetite to join the United States. The island has had the legal right to declare sovereignty for many years.

Expert Assessment: A Credible Scenario?

Military experts are increasingly re-evaluating the likelihood of such a move. One thinktank director focusing in defence admitted she had once dismissed 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 troops inside of Greenland, and it's not clear to me who could do anything about it," she concluded.