US EditionUK Doubles Troops in Norway to Counter Russian 'Threat to Arctic'
Norwegian security warns of increased Russian espionage and sabotage risks targeting military and energy infrastructure, with recruitment of 100,000 Ukrainian refugees cited as a key concern.
- The number of British troops in Norway will double from around 1,000 to 2,000 over the next three years to combat Russian threats in the Arctic region.
- The UK and other NATO allies are increasingly concerned about Russia's growing military presence and activities in the Arctic, such as reopening Cold War bases and sabotage risks to underwater infrastructure.
- The UK will participate in NATO exercises like Cold Response and Lion Protector, involving air, land, and naval forces from European nations to train in Arctic conditions and defend critical infrastructure.
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Because of the Russian threat, Great Britain wants to double its number of troops in Norway. Norway's army chief did not rule out a Russian attack on the Arctic Circle.
The number of troops in Norway will be doubled.
The number of British troops in Norway will increase from around 1,000 to 2,000 over the next three years, Defence Secretary John Healey announced during a visit to the country's north, the BBC reported. The move is part of efforts to strengthen defences in the Arctic region in the face of threats from Russia.
UK Vows Expanded Arctic Role Under NATO’s ‘Arctic Sentry’ Mission
Britain’s armed forces will take on a “vital” role in NATO’s planned Arctic Sentry mission, Defence Minister John Healey is set to announce during a visit to Norway. As part of the commitment, the UK will double the number of troops stationed in Norway to 2,000 over the next three years, underscoring London’s growing focus […] The post UK Vows Expanded Arctic Role Under NATO’s ‘Arctic Sentry’ Mission appeared first on Modern Diplomacy.
UK to double its troops in Norway to counter Vladimir Putin’s Arctic threat - The Mirror
Defence Secretary John Healey will also commit UK forces to Nato’s Arctic Sentry mission, the alliance’s plan to improve security in the region to help address Donald Trump’s concerns over Greenland
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