UK doubles troops in Norway to counter Russian 'threat to Arctic'
Summary
The UK plans to double the number of its troops stationed in Norway over the next three years to address concerns about Russian military activities in the Arctic region. This move, which involves increasing British armed forces from about 1,000 to 2,000 personnel, is part of a wider NATO effort to bolster security in response to perceived Russian threats. The UK and its NATO allies are particularly worried about the potential risks to underwater infrastructure from Russian naval activity.Key Facts
- The UK will increase its troops in Norway from 1,000 to 2,000 over the next three years.
- This action is in response to concerns over Russia's military activities in the Arctic.
- NATO countries are alarmed by the reopening of Russian Cold War bases in the region.
- A NATO military exercise called "Exercise Cold Response" will occur in the Arctic with 1,500 Royal Marines.
- In September, another exercise, "Lion Protector," will be held, involving several European countries.
- The UK and Norway previously signed a defense pact to protect underwater cables from Russian threats.
- The UK Ministry of Defence reports a significant rise in Russian submarine activity near UK waters.
- Russian submarine operations in the North Atlantic are now similar to Cold War levels.
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