Russia’s Arctic Posture: Defensive or Offensive?
Russian behavior in the Arctic is often interpreted as offensive. The reality may be more nuanced.
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How Climate Change Will Be the Biggest Geopolitical Crisis of the Century
Global warming will force hundreds of millions of Africans to flee, forcing the West to make some tough choices.
In Alaska, Obama Calls for New Arctic Icebreakers
The president urges funding for ships in an area where America has fallen behind Russia.
Ukraine Overshadows American Arctic Council Takeover
The crisis in Ukraine is felt far north as America takes over the chairmanship of the Arctic Council.
Canada Expands Arctic Claim to Include North Pole
Canada seeks to expand its influence in a region that could hold a quarter of the world’s remaining hydrocarbons.
At Arctic Meeting, European Union Left Out in the Cold
Arctic Council states are reluctant to grant the supranational body observer status.
Russia Considering Opening Arctic to Foreign Oil Majors
Russia needs the financial resources and skills of Western energy companies.
America Wakes Up to the Arctic’s Potential
Secretary of State Hillary Clinton argues “the Arctic has an increasing geopolitical importance.”
“N” for North: NATO’s Cold Future
The Arctic represents the emergence of a new geopolitical arena for the Western alliance.
Norway, Russia Strengthen Arctic Relations
The two intend to deepen cooperation in the Arctic region. The reason? A country far away from the North Pole.
America Needs an Arctic Strategy
The polar region promises shorter trade routes and natural riches. The United States cannot afford to miss out.
Arctic Council Signals Rulemaking Maturation
The nations of the Arctic are cautiously starting to cooperate but remain competitors for the region’s vast hydrocarbon reserves.
Cameron Brings Northern Europe Together
“Right across the north of Europe there stretches an alliance of common interests,” said the British prime minister.
European Navies Train for Coastal Warfare
Thirteen European navies exercise in the Baltic Sea, preparing for operations in confined and shallow waters.
Russian Bombers Intercepted Over North Sea
Two Russian bomber planes were tailed over the North Sea by Dutch F16 fighters on Tuesday.