US Military Operation on Caracas Stokes Fears of Potential Greenland Takeover.

The latest US-led strike in the South American nation and the seizure of its president have sparked unease regarding America's ambitions on Greenland. Followers of the ex-president's political movement have reportedly turned their attention to the strategically important landmass in the wake of the operations in South America.

Provocative Posts and Diplomatic Backlash

Only a short time after the start of the Venezuelan campaign, a prominent right-wing commentator, who is married to a high-ranking presidential aide, shared a suggestive image. The graphic depicted Greenland covered in the stars and stripes, with the cryptic message: "SOON."

This overt suggestion to claim the resource-abundant land, which is a member of the NATO alliance, provoked immediate and strong criticism from Denmark's officials.

"Denmark and the US are strong partners and should continue to work together as such. US security is also the Arctic's and our security," stated the Copenhagen's envoy to the United States. "The Kingdom of Denmark and the US collaborate to guarantee security in the North."

The ambassador further highlighted that Denmark had substantially boosted its defence spending recently, allocating a large amount specifically for Northern and North Atlantic security. "Furthermore, we demand full respect for the territorial integrity of the our realm," he added.

Administrative Moves and Strategic Interests

The tensions were additionally exacerbated by the previous appointment of a Southern governor as a representative to Greenland. The appointee had publicly thanked the commander-in-chief, saying it was an "honour" to work in a unpaid capacity to "make Greenland a part of the US."

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

Since assuming office, the US president has consistently alarmed transatlantic partners with his stated desire in Greenland. The island is viewed as critically strategic for defence and potential mineral exploitation. It currently houses the most northerly US air base.

Refusing to Rule Out Military Action

In a notable media interview, the president refused to rule out the resorting to military force to gain control of Greenland. This stance comes amid growing 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 described Greenland as having a "very small amount of people, which we’ll look after, and we’ll cherish them... But we need that for global security."

Growing Friction and Local Resistance

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

The leaders of both Greenland issued a unified 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 sentiment. While a overwhelming percentage of the territory's residents seek independence from Copenhagen, there is also little to no desire to become part of the United States. The island has had the option to seek sovereignty for over a decade.

Analyst View: A Plausible Scenario?

Military experts are increasingly reconsidering the possibility of such a action. One policy analyst focusing in military analysis conceded she had previously dismissed the sabre-rattling but was "now not so sure."

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