NATO Launches Biennial 'Cold Response' Arctic Military Exercise Amid Rising Geopolitical Tensions

NATO Launches Biennial 'Cold Response' Arctic Military Exercise Amid Rising Geopolitical Tensions

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Category : International Published on: March 13 2026

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  • NATO's biennial Arctic exercise 'Cold Response' began on 9 March and runs until 19 March 2026.
  • Drills focus on collective defence in harsh Arctic environments and civilian-military integration.
  • Approximately 25,000 troops from 14 countries, including ~4,000 US personnel, are participating.
  • Part of the broader Arctic Sentry mission aimed at strengthening NATO's polar presence.
  • Exercise held amid heightened attention on Greenland's strategic location between North America and Europe.
  • Denmark reaffirmed that Greenland remains under Danish sovereignty despite diplomatic tensions.
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