American Military Operation on Caracas Raises Fears of Potential Danish Territory Annexation.

The latest US-led bombardment in the South American nation and the capture of its leader have sparked unease regarding Washington's ambitions on the Arctic territory. Members of the former president's political movement have reportedly focused on the vast island following the events in South America.

Provocative Posts and Diplomatic Outrage

Only a short time following the initiation of the Caracas operation, a well-known right-wing commentator, who is married to a high-ranking White House aide, shared a symbolic map. The picture depicted Greenland draped with the American flag, accompanied by single-word caption: "COMING."

This blatant suggestion to claim the mineral-rich region, which is a member of the North Atlantic alliance, provoked immediate and firm criticism from Danish officials.

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

The diplomat further pointed out that the kingdom had significantly increased its defence spending recently, earmarking a substantial amount specifically for Northern and North Atlantic security. "And yes, we demand full recognition for the territorial integrity of the our realm," he emphasized.

Political Appointments and Strategic Interests

The tensions were additionally complicated by the previous appointment of a Southern governor as a special envoy to Greenland. The appointee had openly thanked the commander-in-chief, saying it was an "honour" to serve in a volunteer capacity to "make Greenland a part of the US."

Following the military action in Venezuela, this envoy commended the administration's actions, linking it to the wider "fight against narcotics."

Since assuming office, the US president has consistently alarmed transatlantic allies with his expressed desire in Greenland. The territory is considered critically important for defence and potential resource extraction. It currently houses the most northerly US military base.

Leaving the Door Open to Force

In a notable media appearance, the president declined to exclude the use of military force to acquire Greenland. This position comes during growing great-power 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 described Greenland as having a "very small amount of people, which we’ll look after, and we’ll value them... But we need that for global security."

Growing Tensions and Local Opposition

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

The prime ministers of both Greenland issued a unified and stern statement: "We have said it very clearly before. Now we say it again... You cannot annex other countries."

Surveys in Greenland reveals a complex sentiment. While a vast majority of the island's residents seek independence from Copenhagen, there is also little to no desire to become part of the United States. The territory has had the legal right to seek sovereignty for over a decade.

Expert Assessment: A Credible Scenario?

Military analysts are now reconsidering the likelihood of such a move. One thinktank analyst focusing in military analysis admitted she had previously dismissed the sabre-rattling but was "currently not so sure."

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