US Attack on Venezuela Raises Concerns of Potential Greenland Acquisition.

The latest US-led bombardment in the South American nation and the capture of its leader have ignited apprehension regarding Washington's designs on Greenland. Followers of the ex-president's political movement have allegedly set their sights on the strategically important landmass following the events in South America.

Provocative Posts and Diplomatic Backlash

Only hours after the commencement of the Caracas operation, a prominent right-wing commentator, who is married to a high-ranking White House aide, posted a symbolic map. The picture depicted Greenland draped with the American flag, accompanied by cryptic caption: "COMING."

This overt suggestion to claim the mineral-rich region, which is a part of the NATO alliance, provoked swift and firm condemnation from Danish officials.

"We are strong partners and should keep cooperate as such. US security is also Greenland’s and our security," declared the Copenhagen's envoy to the United States. "The Kingdom of Denmark and the US collaborate to guarantee security in the North."

The diplomat additionally pointed out that Denmark had significantly increased its military budget this year, earmarking a large sum specifically for Arctic and North Atlantic security. "And yes, we demand complete respect for the territorial integrity of the Kingdom of Denmark," he emphasized.

Administrative Appointments and Strategic Interests

The tensions were additionally complicated by the recent naming of a US state governor as a representative to Greenland. The governor had publicly thanked the commander-in-chief, stating it was an "honour" to work in a volunteer role to "bring Greenland into the US."

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

Since assuming office, the US president has repeatedly alarmed European partners with his stated interest in Greenland. The island is viewed as vitally important for national security and future mineral exploitation. It already hosts the most northerly US military base.

Leaving the Door Open to Force

In a notable television interview, the leader refused to exclude the use of armed action to acquire Greenland. This stance comes amid intensifying 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 "tiny amount of people, which we’ll look after, and we’ll cherish them... But we need that for international security."

Mounting Friction and Local Resistance

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

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

Surveys in Greenland shows a nuanced picture. While a vast majority of the island's residents desire self-rule from Copenhagen, there is simultaneously scant appetite to become part of the United States. The island has had the legal right to seek sovereignty for many years.

Expert View: A Credible Scenario?

Military experts are now reconsidering the possibility of such a action. One policy director specializing in defence conceded she had once 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 few thousand soldiers inside of Greenland, and it's unclear to me who could do anything about it," she concluded.