US Attack on Caracas Raises Fears of Future Greenland Acquisition.

The recent US-led bombardment in the South American nation and the detention of its president have sparked unease regarding Washington's designs on the Arctic territory. Supporters of the former president's political movement have reportedly focused on the resource-rich island following the events in South America.

Provocative Posts and Official Outrage

Merely hours following the commencement of the Venezuelan operation, a well-known right-wing podcaster, who is the spouse of a high-ranking White House aide, posted a suggestive map. The picture showed Greenland draped with the stars and stripes, accompanied by single-word message: "SOON."

This overt suggestion to annex the resource-abundant region, which is a part of the NATO alliance, triggered swift and firm condemnation from Danish representatives.

"Denmark and the US are strong partners and should continue to cooperate as such. American security is equally the Arctic's and Denmark’s security," declared the Danish ambassador to the United States. "Our nation and the US work together to guarantee security in the North."

The ambassador additionally pointed out that the kingdom had substantially boosted its defence spending this year, allocating a substantial sum specifically for Arctic and regional security. "And yes, we demand full recognition for the sovereign borders of the Kingdom of Denmark," he emphasized.

Administrative Moves and Geopolitical Goals

The situation were further complicated by the recent naming of a US state governor as a representative to Greenland. The governor had openly thanked the president, saying it was an "privilege" to serve in a unpaid role to "bring Greenland into the US."

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

Since assuming office, the American leader has consistently unnerved transatlantic allies with his expressed interest in Greenland. The island is viewed as vitally important for national security and potential mineral exploitation. It currently hosts the most northerly US military base.

Refusing to Rule Out Military Action

In a notable media appearance, the leader refused to rule out the resorting to armed action to acquire Greenland. This position comes during intensifying global 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 stated.

He characterized Greenland as having a "very small amount of people, which we’ll take care of, and we’ll value them... But we need that for global security."

Mounting Tensions and Indigenous Opposition

In response to this constant "drumbeat" of threats, 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 unified and forceful statement: "We have said it very clearly before. Now we say it again... You cannot take over other countries."

Surveys in Greenland reveals a complex sentiment. While a vast majority of the island's inhabitants desire self-rule from Denmark, there is simultaneously little to no appetite to join the United States. The island has had the option to declare sovereignty for over a decade.

Expert View: A Plausible Threat?

Some experts are now reconsidering the likelihood of such a move. One policy director specializing in defence admitted she had previously discounted the sabre-rattling but was "now not so sure."

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