American Attack on Caracas Fuels Anxieties of Future Danish Territory Annexation.

Recent American bombardment in the South American nation and the seizure of its leader have sparked worry regarding Washington's designs on the Arctic territory. Supporters of the ex-president's political movement have allegedly turned their attention to the resource-rich landmass following the operations in South America.

Inflammatory Posts and Diplomatic Backlash

Merely hours after the commencement of the Caracas operation, a well-known conservative commentator, who is the spouse of a high-ranking presidential aide, posted a suggestive map. The picture depicted Greenland covered in the American flag, accompanied by single-word caption: "SOON."

This overt suggestion to absorb the mineral-rich land, which is a part of the NATO alliance, provoked immediate and strong criticism from Denmark's representatives.

"Denmark and the US are close allies and should continue to cooperate as such. American security is equally Greenland’s and Denmark’s security," stated the Copenhagen's envoy to the United States. "Our nation and the United States collaborate to guarantee security in the North."

The ambassador further pointed out that the kingdom had substantially increased its defence spending this year, allocating a large amount expressly for Northern and regional security. "And yes, we expect complete recognition for the territorial integrity of the Kingdom of Denmark," he emphasized.

Administrative Appointments and Geopolitical Interests

The tensions were further complicated by the previous appointment of a Southern governor as a special envoy to Greenland. The governor had openly thanked the president, saying it was an "honour" to work in a unpaid role to "bring Greenland into the US."

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

Ever since assuming office, the American leader has consistently alarmed European allies with his stated desire in Greenland. The island is considered critically important for national security and potential resource extraction. It already hosts the most northerly US air base.

Refusing to Rule Out Force

In a notable television interview, the president declined to rule out the use of military force to gain control of Greenland. This position comes amid growing great-power competition 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 described Greenland as having a "tiny amount of people, which we’ll look after, and we’ll value them... But we need that for international security."

Growing Friction and Local Resistance

In response to this persistent "rhetoric" of intent, Danish security agency took the extraordinary step last month of classifying the United States as a "security risk."

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

Surveys in Greenland shows a complex picture. While a vast majority of the island's residents seek independence from Copenhagen, there is simultaneously little to no desire to become part of the United States. The territory has had the option to seek independence for over a decade.

Expert Assessment: A Credible Threat?

Some experts are now reconsidering the likelihood of such a action. One policy analyst specializing in defence admitted she had once dismissed the sabre-rattling but was "currently not so sure."

"It wouldn't be that hard for the US to station a couple hundred or a few thousand troops inside of Greenland, and it's not clear to me who could do anything about it," she concluded.