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Arctic Strategy

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Thanks to Deal with Norway, United Kingdom Will Boost Arctic Capabilities of Its Royal Marines
The UK and Norway have signed an agreement called the 'Lunna House Agreement', which will permanently station 1,500 Royal Marines in northern Norway year-round. This move establishes 'Camp Viking' nea...
NATO’s Europe commander sees growing Russian, Chinese threat in Arctic
U.S. Air Force Gen. Alexus Grynkewich, NATO’s supreme allied commander for Europe, warns that Russia and China are increasing their military activity in the Arctic region, which he believes is not dri...
NATO Members Step Up Presence in Arctic Amid Pressure from President Trump Over Greenland
President Donald Trump's interest and pressure regarding Greenland have prompted NATO member countries to increase their military presence and activities in the Arctic region. The focus is on strategi...
NATO Secretary General Discusses Arctic Importance and Ukraine Security with US Secretary of State
The NATO Secretary General held discussions with the US Secretary of State regarding the strategic importance of the Arctic region and the security situation in Ukraine....
Meloni: Serious Consequences for NATO in Case of US Invasion of Greenland
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has warned of serious consequences for NATO if the United States were to launch an invasion of Greenland. Meloni's statement highlights potential risks to interna...
UK and Germany Discuss NATO Forces in Greenland After Trump Requests U.S. Special Forces Plan for Invasions
The UK and Germany have initiated discussions regarding NATO military presence in Greenland following Donald Trump's recent request for the United States to plan potential invasions of strategic locat...
Greenland: Germany wants to suggest NATO mission in Arctic
Germany is considering proposing a NATO mission in the Arctic region which could involve Greenland. The move underscores growing strategic interest in the area amid geopolitical shifts and increased a...
Germany: Protection of Greenland to be Discussed within NATO
The article discusses plans for Germany to lead discussions regarding NATO's strategy and military obligations concerning Greenland. The talks are aimed at exploring how NATO can enhance its presence ...
Germany Proposes NATO Mission in Arctic as Reconciliation Effort Among Allies
Germany has proposed sending a NATO mission to the Arctic region as an initiative aimed at enhancing cooperation and reconciliation among allied nations with varying interests in the area....
German Foreign Minister: Greenland's Defense Will Be Discussed Within NATO Whether It Is Needed
The German Foreign Minister stated that discussions within NATO will consider whether Greenland requires defense assistance from the alliance. This follows increasing concerns about strategic importan...
NATO Top Man Rutte: We Are Working on Next Steps to Protect Greenland
Prime Minister Mark Rutte of the Netherlands and leader in NATO discussions has stated that work is underway to develop further measures aimed at safeguarding Greenland’s security. This statement come...
Trump hints that US may face choice between Greenland and NATO
President Trump has suggested that the United States might have to choose between its strategic interests in Greenland and maintaining strong alliances within NATO. This statement reflects on the comp...
Bayoumi quoted in AP News on the US lack of Arctic strategy
Imran Bayoumi, associate director of the GeoStrategy Initiative, commented in an Associated Press article discussing how President Trump's threats toward Greenland illustrate a broader failure by the ...
Trump’s Greenland Ambitions Are Far From Over
The U.S. government has signaled renewed interest in Greenland through the appointment of a special envoy, reflecting ongoing strategic policy shifts related to Arctic regions and defense positioning....