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

The recent American military action in the South American nation and the detention of its leader have sparked worry regarding America's ambitions on Greenland. Members of the former president's base have allegedly set their sights on the resource-rich island following the operations in South America.

Inflammatory Messages and Official Backlash

Only hours after the start of the Caracas campaign, a prominent conservative podcaster, who is the spouse of a senior presidential adviser, shared a symbolic map. The graphic depicted Greenland draped with the stars and stripes, accompanied by cryptic caption: "COMING."

This overt threat to claim the mineral-rich region, which is a member of the NATO alliance, triggered swift and firm criticism from Denmark's representatives.

"Denmark and the US are strong partners and should keep 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 United States work together to ensure security in the Arctic."

The diplomat further pointed out that Denmark had substantially boosted its defence spending recently, allocating a substantial amount expressly for Arctic and North Atlantic security. "Furthermore, we expect complete recognition for the territorial integrity of the Kingdom of Denmark," he added.

Administrative Moves and Geopolitical Goals

The situation were additionally exacerbated by the previous naming of a US state governor as a special envoy to Greenland. The governor had publicly thanked the president, stating it was an "privilege" to serve in a unpaid role to "make Greenland a part of the US."

After the events in Venezuela, this representative praised the president's decisive move, connecting it to the wider "fight against narcotics."

Since assuming office, the US president has repeatedly alarmed European allies with his stated interest in Greenland. The island is viewed as critically important for national security and potential mineral exploitation. It currently houses the most northerly US military base.

Refusing to Rule Out Military Action

In a significant media interview, the leader refused to exclude the resorting to military force to gain control of Greenland. This position comes during growing great-power 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 described Greenland as having a "tiny amount of people, which we’ll look after, and we’ll cherish them... But we need that for global security."

Mounting Tensions and Local Opposition

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

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

Surveys in Greenland reveals a nuanced sentiment. While a vast majority of the territory's inhabitants seek independence from Denmark, there is also little to no desire to become part of the United States. The territory has had the option to declare independence for many years.

Analyst View: A Plausible Threat?

Some experts are now re-evaluating the possibility of such a move. One policy director focusing in military analysis 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 soldiers on Greenland, and it's not clear to me who could do anything about it," she observed.