American Military Operation on Caracas Stokes Concerns of Potential Greenland Takeover.

The recent American military action in the South American nation and the seizure of its leader have ignited unease regarding Washington's designs on the Arctic territory. Followers of the ex-president's base have allegedly focused on the resource-rich island in the wake of the events in the southern hemisphere.

Inflammatory Messages and Diplomatic Backlash

Only hours after the initiation of the Caracas campaign, a well-known right-wing commentator, who is married to a high-ranking presidential aide, shared a symbolic image. The graphic depicted Greenland covered in the American flag, accompanied by single-word message: "COMING."

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

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

The ambassador further highlighted that Denmark had significantly boosted its military budget recently, earmarking a large amount expressly for Northern and North Atlantic security. "And yes, we expect complete recognition for the territorial integrity of the Kingdom of Denmark," he emphasized.

Political Appointments and Geopolitical Goals

The situation were additionally exacerbated by the previous appointment of a Southern governor as a special envoy to Greenland. The governor had openly expressed gratitude to the commander-in-chief, saying it was an "privilege" to work in a unpaid capacity to "make Greenland a part of the US."

Following the events in Venezuela, this representative praised the president's decisive move, linking it to the broader "fight against narcotics."

Ever since returning to office, the American leader has consistently alarmed European partners with his stated desire in Greenland. The territory is considered vitally important for defence and potential resource extraction. It currently hosts the northernmost US air base.

Refusing to Rule Out Force

In a significant media appearance, the president refused to exclude the use of armed action to gain control of Greenland. This stance comes amid growing 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 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 global security."

Growing Tensions and Local Resistance

In reaction to this persistent "rhetoric" of intent, Denmark's intelligence service took the extraordinary step last month of labelling the United States as a "potential threat."

The leaders of both Greenland delivered a unified and stern statement: "We have said it very clearly before. Now we say it again... You must not take over other countries."

Public opinion in Greenland shows a complex sentiment. While a overwhelming percentage of the territory's residents seek independence from Denmark, there is simultaneously little to no appetite to join the United States. The island has had the option to declare independence for over a decade.

Expert Assessment: A Plausible Scenario?

Military experts are increasingly reconsidering the possibility of such a action. One thinktank director specializing in military analysis admitted she had once dismissed the rhetoric but was "currently not so sure."

"Logistically, it would be feasible for the US to station a few hundred or a few thousand soldiers on Greenland, and it's not clear to me which power could do anything about it," she concluded.