US doesn’t want to make Arctic contested battlespace, admiral says“There’s no desire to over-militarize or create a theme of a contested battlespace in the Arctic," the commander of U.S. 2nd Fleet said.By Diana Stancy3 weeks ago
US Arctic ambassador nomination may freeze due to foreign actionsThe nomination for the first U.S. ambassador to the Arctic may remain frozen, despite competition in the region with China and Russia.By Jonathan Lehrfeld6 weeks ago
USS Ronald Reagan pulls into the Philippines amidst tension with ChinaNavy officials said the carrier's port call was planned in advance and not a response to recent maritime collisions between Beijing and Manila.By Geoff Ziezulewicz6 months ago
SEALs operate in the Arctic during Polar DaggerOperation Polar Dagger earlier this month sought to showcase how the SEALs can conduct missions alongside the conventional fleet.By Geoff Ziezulewicz7 months ago
First US deep water port for the Arctic to host military, cruise shipsThe port will accommodate larger cruise ships, and military vessels to counter the presence of Russian and Chinese ships in the Arctic.10 months ago
The first US deep water port for the Arctic to host militaryU.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan, an Alaska Republican, said the expanded port will become the centerpiece of U.S. strategic infrastructure in the Arctic.11 months ago
US, NATO wrap up joint exercises in the Baltics, Europe’s High North U.S. military higher-ups described the BALTOPS and Arctic Challenge exercises as essential steps in solidifying the NATO alliance.By Jaime Moore-Carrillo11 months ago
Harbor security boat sinking probe reveals lax command leadershipOne junior sailor reported that he had seen his chief “maybe five times in two years," according to the investigation.By Geoff Ziezulewicz11 months ago
More missiles, less vehicles: Australia unveils strategic reviewFor the first time, the review addresses the need to harden Australia’s air bases and secure fuel supplies against attack from Australia’s north.By Nigel Pittaway12 months ago
How Michigan’s Camp Grayling can boost US military’s Arctic readinessThe DoD recognizes the importance of cold weather training, and that training can happen in Michigan.By U.S. Senator Gary Peters, D.-Mich.14 months ago
Lawmakers worry about weapons makers’ ability to meet demandIndustry representatives say a lack of contract adjustments hurts companies by depressing wages.By Joe Gould15 months ago
Navy explosive ordnance disposal techs launch Snow Crab ExerciseThe objective is to boost the combat effectiveness of Navy explosive ordnance disposal units in environments similar to the Arctic.By Diana Stancy15 months ago