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.