US Military Operation on Caracas Raises Concerns of Potential Greenland Acquisition.

The recent US-led bombardment in the South American nation and the detention of its leader have ignited unease regarding America's designs on the Arctic territory. Members of the former president's political movement have allegedly set their sights on the vast island following the operations in the southern hemisphere.

Inflammatory Messages and Official Backlash

Only a short time following the initiation of the Caracas operation, a well-known conservative commentator, who is married to a high-ranking presidential aide, shared a symbolic image. The graphic depicted Greenland draped with the stars and stripes, accompanied by cryptic caption: "COMING."

This overt suggestion to absorb the resource-abundant land, which is a part of the NATO alliance, provoked swift and strong criticism from Danish officials.

"Denmark and the US are strong partners and should continue to cooperate as such. US security is also Greenland’s and our security," declared the Copenhagen's envoy to the United States. "Our nation and the United States work together to guarantee security in the Arctic."

The diplomat further pointed out that the kingdom had significantly increased its military budget this year, allocating a substantial sum specifically for Northern and regional security. "And yes, we expect complete respect for the territorial integrity of the our realm," he added.

Political Moves and Strategic Goals

The tensions were additionally complicated by the recent appointment of a US state governor as a special envoy to Greenland. The appointee had openly thanked the president, stating it was an "honour" to serve in a volunteer role to "make Greenland a part of the US."

After the events in Venezuela, this envoy praised the administration's actions, linking it to the broader "fight against narcotics."

Since assuming office, the American leader has repeatedly unnerved European allies with his expressed interest in Greenland. The territory is considered vitally important for defence and potential mineral exploitation. It already hosts the most northerly US military base.

Refusing to Rule Out Force

In a significant television appearance, the leader declined to rule out the use of armed action to gain control of Greenland. This stance comes amid intensifying great-power 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 global security."

Mounting Friction and Local Opposition

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

The leaders of Denmark and Greenland issued a unified and stern rebuke: "We have said it very clearly before. Now we say it again... You cannot take over other countries."

Public opinion in Greenland shows a complex sentiment. While a overwhelming percentage of the territory's residents desire independence from Copenhagen, there is also little to no appetite to become part of the United States. The territory has had the option to declare sovereignty for many years.

Expert View: A Plausible Scenario?

Military experts are now reconsidering the possibility of such a move. One thinktank director specializing in defence conceded she had once dismissed the sabre-rattling but was "currently not so sure."

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