NATO allies are conducting intensified military drills in the Arctic to detect and track Russian nuclear-armed submarines operating near critical North Atlantic routes.
The exercises, known as Operation Arctic Dolphin, are taking place off Norway’s coast, a strategic gateway between the Arctic and the North Atlantic.
Warships, submarines, and aircraft from multiple NATO countries are practicing how to intercept Russian submarines before they reach waters closer to Europe or the United States.
Russian vessels regularly deploy from bases on the Kola Peninsula, home to Moscow’s Northern Fleet, according to CBS News.
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NATO commanders say the Arctic is now a front line for strategic competition, especially as Russia tests advanced weapons, including hypersonic missiles, in the region.
While President Donald Trump has criticized allies for defense spending, NATO officials stress unity remains critical.
The alliance is also planning a new Arctic Sentry mission to expand surveillance and deterrence in the far north, reflecting growing concern over Russia’s expanding Arctic military footprint.
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