Arctic, tensions are growing between NATO and Russia
A Mig-31 from Moscow intercepts for the first time over the Barents Sea a P-8 Poseidon from Norway, which was monitoring the exercises of the Northern Fleet.
NATO-Russia, Norway is central for the Arctic
After the United States, the United Kingdom also opens an operational base in the Scandinavian country. Objective: to create advanced platforms to monitor Moscow's movements and intervene if necessary.
Russia, the PMC of Gazprom Neft and STAF ALLIANCE is born
Mystery about the name and activities of the new contractors, who join Wagner and the lesser-known but very active companies. It will most likely operate in the Arctic.
Russia, the United States increase training in the Arctic
American soldiers in Lapland together with the Jääkäri Brigade of the Finnish Army. Pohjoinen 1/23 drill will be held on February 24. The region is increasingly strategic.
Ukraine, Russia restricts naval circulation on the Northern Sea Route
According to a new law, only 1 foreign vessel will be able to pass at a time and notify it 3 months in advance. Also, submarines will have to navigate on the surface.
Ukraine, Russia increases nuclear deterrence in the Arctic
Deployed in the Kola Peninsula (Olenegorsk-2) 4 Tu-160 and 3 Tu-95 long-range strategic bombers. They are close to the Bolshoye Ramozero atomic warhead depot.
Ukraine, Russia on the hunt for volunteers with cash prizes or other benefits
The Federation recruitment offices are not achieving the expected results and the troops in the neighboring country are tired and demoralized.
Ukraine-NATO, Russia includes civilian ships into military maritime disposal
The decision is part of the revision of military doctrine, necessary to counter the "hybrid war of the West" against Moscow. Objective: to protect the Oceans and the Arctic.
Defense, NATO trains in Arctic combat in case of war with Russia
The Alliance and members are working to master the new scenario. There are timid signs of hope regarding the Ukraine crisis, but the threat of total war remains concrete.
Russia, Putin orders to strengthen infrastructure in the Kola Peninsula
This is where the Northern Fleet, currently engaged against Ukraine, is based. Objective: to finish the works by 2024 to fight NATO in the Arctic.