US Attack on Caracas Stokes Fears of Potential Greenland Acquisition.

The latest American bombardment in the South American nation and the capture of its president have sparked apprehension regarding America's designs on Greenland. Members of the ex-president's base have allegedly set their sights on the strategically important island in the wake of the operations in the southern hemisphere.

Provocative Posts and Diplomatic Outrage

Only a short time following the initiation of the Venezuelan campaign, a prominent right-wing commentator, who is the spouse of a high-ranking White House adviser, posted a suggestive map. The graphic depicted Greenland draped with the stars and stripes, accompanied by cryptic caption: "SOON."

This overt threat to absorb the resource-abundant region, which is a member of the NATO alliance, provoked swift and strong criticism from Danish officials.

"Denmark and the US are strong partners and should keep work together as such. American security is equally Greenland’s and our security," stated the Copenhagen's envoy to the United States. "The Kingdom of Denmark and the United States work together to ensure security in the Arctic."

The ambassador further pointed out that the kingdom had significantly boosted its military budget this year, earmarking a substantial sum specifically for Arctic and regional defence. "And yes, we expect full respect for the sovereign borders of the our realm," he emphasized.

Administrative Moves and Strategic Interests

The situation were additionally exacerbated by the previous naming of a US state governor as a special envoy to Greenland. The appointee had publicly thanked the commander-in-chief, saying it was an "honour" to work in a volunteer role to "bring Greenland into the US."

After the events in Venezuela, this representative praised the administration's actions, connecting it to the broader "war on drugs."

Since assuming office, the American leader has consistently alarmed transatlantic allies with his stated desire in Greenland. The territory is considered critically important for defence and future resource extraction. It already houses the northernmost US air base.

Leaving the Door Open to Force

In a notable television interview, the president declined to rule out the resorting to military force to acquire Greenland. This stance comes amid intensifying 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 stated.

He described Greenland as having a "tiny amount of people, which we’ll take care of, and we’ll value them... But we need that for international security."

Mounting Friction and Local Resistance

In reaction to this persistent "drumbeat" of intent, Denmark's intelligence service took the unprecedented step last month of labelling the United States as a "security risk."

The prime ministers of Denmark and Greenland issued a joint and stern rebuke: "We have said it very clearly before. Now we say it again... You cannot take over other countries."

Public opinion in Greenland reveals a nuanced sentiment. While a overwhelming percentage of the island's inhabitants seek independence from Copenhagen, there is simultaneously little to no appetite to join the United States. The territory has had the legal right to seek independence for many years.

Analyst Assessment: A Plausible Scenario?

Some experts are now reconsidering the possibility of such a action. One thinktank analyst specializing in defence conceded she had previously discounted the rhetoric but was "currently not so sure."

"It wouldn't be that hard for the US to deploy a couple hundred or a couple thousand troops on Greenland, and it's unclear to me who could intervene about it," she concluded.