American Military Operation on Venezuela Fuels Fears of Potential Greenland Annexation.

The latest US-led military action in the South American nation and the seizure of its leader have sparked unease regarding America's designs on Greenland. Supporters of the former president's political movement have allegedly turned their attention to the strategically important landmass following the operations in the southern hemisphere.

Provocative Posts and Official Backlash

Only hours following the commencement of the Caracas operation, a prominent conservative podcaster, who is married to a high-ranking presidential aide, posted a suggestive image. The picture depicted Greenland covered in the stars and stripes, accompanied by single-word caption: "SOON."

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

"Denmark and the US are close allies and should continue to work together as such. US security is equally the Arctic's and Denmark’s security," declared the Copenhagen's envoy to the United States. "Our nation and the US work together to ensure security in the Arctic."

The diplomat additionally pointed out that the kingdom had significantly boosted its defence spending this year, earmarking a large amount expressly for Arctic and regional defence. "And yes, we expect full respect for the territorial integrity of the our realm," he added.

Political Appointments and Strategic Goals

The situation were additionally exacerbated by the previous naming of a US state governor as a representative to Greenland. The appointee had publicly thanked the president, saying it was an "privilege" to work in a unpaid role to "bring Greenland into the US."

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

Since returning to office, the American leader has repeatedly unnerved European partners with his stated interest in Greenland. The territory is considered critically strategic for defence and future mineral exploitation. It currently houses the most northerly US air base.

Refusing to Rule Out Force

In a significant television appearance, the president refused to rule out the resorting to armed action to gain control of Greenland. This stance comes during growing global 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 cherish them... But we need that for international security."

Growing Friction and Indigenous Opposition

In response to this persistent "drumbeat" of intent, Danish security agency took the unprecedented step last month of labelling the United States as a "potential threat."

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

Surveys in Greenland reveals a complex sentiment. While a overwhelming percentage of the island's inhabitants desire self-rule from Denmark, there is also little to no desire to join the United States. The territory has had the legal right to declare sovereignty for many years.

Expert Assessment: A Plausible Threat?

Military experts are now re-evaluating the likelihood of such a action. One thinktank director specializing in defence admitted she had previously dismissed the sabre-rattling but was "currently not so sure."

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