American Attack on Caracas Fuels Fears of Potential Greenland Takeover.

The recent American bombardment in Venezuela and the seizure of its president have ignited worry regarding America's ambitions on Greenland. Followers of the ex-president's base have allegedly focused on the vast landmass in the wake of the events in South America.

Inflammatory Messages and Diplomatic Backlash

Merely hours after the initiation of the Caracas operation, a well-known conservative podcaster, who is married to a high-ranking presidential aide, shared a suggestive map. The picture depicted Greenland draped with the stars and stripes, accompanied by single-word message: "COMING."

This overt suggestion to absorb the mineral-rich region, which is a member of the NATO alliance, triggered swift and firm condemnation from Denmark's officials.

"We are close allies and should continue to cooperate as such. American security is equally Greenland’s and our security," stated the Danish ambassador to the United States. "Our nation and the United States collaborate to guarantee security in the North."

The ambassador further pointed out that Denmark had significantly increased its military budget recently, allocating a substantial sum specifically for Northern and regional security. "And yes, we expect complete recognition for the sovereign borders of the our realm," he added.

Political Moves and Strategic Goals

The situation were further exacerbated by the recent appointment of a Southern governor as a representative to Greenland. The governor had openly expressed gratitude to the commander-in-chief, stating it was an "privilege" to work in a volunteer capacity to "bring Greenland into the US."

Following the military action in Venezuela, this representative praised the administration's decisive move, connecting it to the broader "fight against narcotics."

Since returning to office, the US president has repeatedly unnerved European partners with his expressed desire in Greenland. The island is considered vitally important for national security and potential resource extraction. It already hosts the northernmost US air base.

Refusing to Rule Out Force

In a notable media interview, the leader declined to rule out the resorting to armed action to acquire Greenland. This position comes amid growing great-power rivalry in the Arctic. "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 Tensions and Indigenous Opposition

In reaction to this constant "drumbeat" of threats, Denmark's security agency took the unprecedented step last month of labelling the United States as a "security risk."

The leaders of Denmark and 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 shows a complex sentiment. While a vast majority of the island's residents desire self-rule from Denmark, there is also scant appetite to join the United States. The island has had the option to seek sovereignty for over a decade.

Analyst View: A Credible Threat?

Some analysts are increasingly re-evaluating the likelihood of such a move. One policy analyst specializing in defence conceded she had previously dismissed the rhetoric but was "now not so sure."

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