Russian aggression gives US excuse to focus military, and more, on Arctic
In its new strategy, Washington will “seek to uphold international law, rules, norms, and standards in the Arctic.”
In its new strategy, Washington will “seek to uphold international law, rules, norms, and standards in the Arctic.”
A recent Senate proposal would needlessly create conditions for conflict with Russia while generating more greenhouse gas emissions.
Western countries are stuck between the need to condemn Russia while at the same time needing Moscow’s cooperation.
Diverting US ships and fighter jets to the region will just waste taxpayer dollars.
Both sides have an interest in demilitarizing the region and enhancing cooperation.
The US can no longer afford to ignore the potential for regional conflict due to a changing climate.