US Attack on Venezuela Raises Concerns of Future Danish Territory Takeover.

The recent US-led strike in Venezuela and the capture of its leader have ignited apprehension regarding America's ambitions on Greenland. Followers of the ex-president's base have allegedly set their sights on the strategically important island following the events in South America.

Inflammatory Messages and Diplomatic Backlash

Only hours after the commencement of the Caracas operation, a prominent conservative commentator, who is married to a senior White House aide, posted a suggestive map. The graphic depicted Greenland covered in the stars and stripes, with the single-word message: "SOON."

This blatant threat to annex the mineral-rich region, which is a member of the NATO alliance, triggered immediate and firm criticism from Denmark's officials.

"We are strong partners and should continue to work together as such. US security is equally the Arctic's and Denmark’s security," stated the Copenhagen's envoy to the United States. "Our nation and the US collaborate to ensure security in the Arctic."

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

Political Appointments and Strategic Goals

The tensions were additionally exacerbated by the recent naming of a US state governor as a special envoy to Greenland. The governor had openly thanked the president, stating it was an "honour" to serve in a unpaid role to "make Greenland a part of the US."

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

Ever since returning to office, the US president has consistently unnerved European allies with his stated desire in Greenland. The island is viewed as vitally strategic for national security and future mineral exploitation. It currently hosts the northernmost US air base.

Leaving the Door Open to Force

In a significant media appearance, the leader declined to rule out 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 take care of, and we’ll cherish them... But we need that for international security."

Mounting Tensions and Indigenous Opposition

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

The prime ministers of Denmark and Greenland issued a joint and forceful statement: "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 territory's inhabitants seek self-rule from Denmark, there is also scant desire to become part of the United States. The territory has had the option to declare independence for over a decade.

Expert View: A Plausible Scenario?

Military experts are increasingly reconsidering the likelihood of such a action. One policy analyst specializing in defence conceded she had once discounted the rhetoric but was "now not so sure."

"Logistically, it would be feasible for the US to deploy a couple hundred or a couple thousand troops inside of Greenland, and it's unclear to me which power could intervene about it," she concluded.