The Arctic Debrief: Northern Fleet falls short of ambitions, but is a 'considerable threat'
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The Arctic Debrief: Norway detains another Russian ship suspected of sea cable sabotage
In this edition: Norway detains another Russian ship suspected of sea cable sabotage; Russia conducts military and emergency rescue Arctic training; and NORAD scrambles fighter jets in response to Russian Arctic fly-by.
The Arctic Debrief: Denmark allocates $2 billion to Arctic defence amid growing tensions
In this edition: Denmark allocates $2 billion to Arctic defence amid growing tensions; Sweden detains vessel suspected of cutting undersea cables; and Trump signs executive order to boost resource extraction in Alaska.
The Arctic Debrief: Biden Admin Sanctions Target Russian Northern Assets
In this edition: Biden Admin Sanctions Target Russian Northern Assets; Norway Tightens Arctic Security Ties with Allies; Russian Lawmaker Advocates Seizing Control of Svalbard.
The Arctic Debrief: New vessels join Russia's Northern Fleet
In this edition: New vessels join Russia's Northern Fleet; NATO allies conduct Arctic training in Northern Finland; Further trouble in the Northern Sea Route.
The Arctic Debrief: Denmark boosts Arctic defence spending following Trump's Greenland remarks
In this edition: Denmark boosts Arctic defence spending following Trump's Greenland remarks; Novatek seeks to negotiate US sanctions as Arctic LNG2 shutters production; and Massive explosion at Russia's Northern Fleet headquarters.
The Arctic Debrief: Arctic now a region of potential conflict, says Russia's navy chief
In this edition: Arctic now a region of potential conflict, says Russia's navy chief; Norway acquires stake in Arctic Airport for future military use; and Russian vessel expelled from Norwegian port
The Arctic Debrief: US, UK, and Norway conduct joint air force exercise in Arctic
In this edition: US, UK, and Norway conduct joint air force exercise in Arctic; Canada unveils Arctic Foreign Policy Strategy; and Arctic could have sea-ice free summer by 2027
The Arctic Debrief: NATO amphibious warfare center to be established in Norway
In this edition: Norway to establish amphibious warfare center for NATO forces; High alert in Arctic after Baltic cable sabotage; and Russia and China conclude first Arctic cooperation subcommittee
The Arctic Debrief: Nordic states agree to create cross-border military corridors
In this edition: Nordic states agree to create cross-border military corridors;Norway charges Russian spy with espionage in the Arctic; and Russia to construct logistics hubs across Northern Sea Route.
The Arctic Debrief: USS Harry S. Truman strike group participates in Arctic field training
In this edition: USS Harry S. Truman strike group participates in Arctic field training; Russian warship modernization efforts stalled by Western sanctions; and Polar Icebreaker agreement signed by Canada, Finland, and US.
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The Arctic Debrief: Canada to install $4.3 billion radar to monitor Arctic region
In this edition: Canada to install $4.3 billion radar to monitor Arctic region; Chinese oil rig to initiate drilling operation off Norwegian coast; and United States is concerned over Russia and China's increased military cooperation in Arctic.
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The Arctic Debrief: Sweden aims to enhance Arctic readiness with boosted defence budget
In this edition: Sweden aims to enhance Arctic readiness with boosted defence budget; Russia carries out sea, land, and air nuclear exercises in Arctic region; and Novatek's Arctic LNG 2 Production Halted as Shadow Fleet Scheme Fails.
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The Arctic Debrief: US Warships conduct first patrol off Russia's coast since 2022
In this edition: US Warships conduct first patrol off Russia's coast since 2022; Finland to improve infrastructure projects to strengthen Arctic security; and Russia announces joint military exercise 'Zapad 2025.'
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The Arctic Debrief: Russia installs anti-drone measures to protect Arctic infrastructure
In this edition: Russia installs anti-drone measures to protect Arctic infrastructure; NATO allies to develop Arctic satellite network; and Russia and China look to construct year-round Arctic vessels
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The Arctic Debrief: Norway's military budget reach NATO benchmark
In this edition: Norway's military budget reach NATO benchmark; Iceland hosts security meeting of Arctic allies; and Russia turns blind eye to lack of safety measures for Northern Sea Route.
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The Arctic Debrief: Canada in discussions with Nordic allies to form Arctic security group
In this edition: Canada in discussions with Nordic allies to form Arctic security group; the Chinese Coast Guard conducts first Arctic exercise; and Chinese and Russian diplomats meet to discuss Arctic development.
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The Arctic Debrief: Russia increases investment in developing Northern Sea Route
In this edition: Russia increases investment in developing Northern Sea Route; Northrop Grumman's MQ-4C Triton demonstrates Arctic operability; and Canada and US look to settle Beaufort Sea boundary dispute.
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The Arctic Debrief: Russia-China joint exercises off Alaskan coast prompt US response
In this edition: Russia-China joint exercises off Alaskan coast prompt US response; Sweden aims to lead NATO Land Forces in Finland; and Russia's 'shadow fleet' fails to deliver LNG for over a month.
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The Arctic Debrief: Ukrainian drones reach Russia's Northern Fleet Base
In this edition: Ukrainian drones reported in Severomorsk, Russia; NATO practices emergency highway landings; Norway orders advanced radars to monitor Arctic region; and Record-breaking cargo vessel sets off on Arctic route
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The Arctic Debrief: Finland approves NATO presence in its Arctic region
In this edition: Finland looking at options to increase NATO troop presence; Russian navy kicks of naval exercises in Barents Sea; and new US sanctions continue to cripple Novatek's "shadow fleet"
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The Arctic Debrief: US sanctions foil Novatek's plans to establish "LNG shadow fleet"
In this edition: US sanctions foil Novatek's plans to establish "LNG shadow fleet;" Top US and Nordic generals discuss Arctic security and military cooperation; China and Russia prepare plans for joint Arctic research; and Canada opens "first-of-a-kind" research facility in Arctic region.
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The Arctic Debrief: Communication cable sabotaged at Norwegian Arctic Air Force Base
In this edition of The Arctic Debrief: Communication cable sabotaged at Norwegian Arctic Air Force Base; Russia increases focus on Arctic amongst Murmansk drone strikes; and US to invest $323 million in upgrades to US Arctic base in Greenland