Russian Foreign Minister on EU: "Plunder" and "Geopolitical Lawlessness"
Lavrov accuses the EU of 'slavery and piracy' against Russian tankers, while touting record Arctic shipping and $320 billion in energy sales to Europe.
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An independent non-profit organization devoted to studying the Arctic
The Arctic Century
The Arctic Century is an independent non-profit organization established by
joint efforts of the international experts. We cover the most recent
developments in science, business, and technologies, as well as key
political and economic trends across the Arctic in the form of news,
features, opinions, and articles.
Atlantification Reshapes the Barents and Kara Seas
Warm Atlantic water is pushing cod and copepods into the Barents and Kara seas, redrawing food chains and fisheries. The Kara Sea could be next.
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A New Life for an Old Copper Deposit in the Norwegian Arctic
One of Europe's largest copper deposits changes hands for 2 billion kroner. A new owner plans production by 2027 despite opposition to Repparfjorden tailings.
Say "Yes"
Murmansk will open its registry offices for Saturday-night weddings under the northern lights, likely betting the polar night can lure aurora-chasing couples.
More Deportations and Prison Cells in Iceland
Iceland's justice minister reports 40 deportations under a new law and progress on a bigger Stóra-Hraun prison as the country runs out of cell space.
“Perhaps one day this will happen, and the world's northernmost café will appear on the world's northernmost island.”
EU Arctic Ambitions Outpace Capabilities, Russian Senator Says
Brussels is pivoting from climate to Arctic defense. Without ships, funding, and unified command, its ambitions could widen the gap with Russia.
Finland's Largest Nuclear Plant Undergoes Extended Repairs
Europe's largest nuclear reactor needs more repairs. Finland now faces a longer supply squeeze and volatile electricity prices just as winter approaches.
Why There's No Northernmost City
What is the Arctic's northernmost landmass, and why is it named after a coffee club? Where is the northernmost town in the Arctic?
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US Air Force Reactivates Its Base in the Aleutian Islands
Nine days of F-16 patrols on remote Shemya Island looked routine. They doubled as a signal to Moscow and Beijing about closing the Bering Strait.
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“Instead of a 'Colt'—which one cannot bring into a summit meeting—the American delegation is bringing a significant bargaining chip: the ability to block access to the Arctic at two points rather than one.”
Greenland Security Agreement Approved Amid Scandal
Greenland's parliament passed a US security deal in 42 days, no referendum, no public debate. The lone objector now faces a police report.
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EU Plans to Lay Down an Underwater Cable to Asia
The EU is planning Arctic undersea cable links to Japan and South Korea, but Tokyo argues such projects should be paid for by the private sector alone.
The Struggle Between Wind and Oil in Norway
Norway's Progress Party demands a Wisting guarantee to save shipyard jobs—but it also helped stall the offshore wind the industry needs.
The US Will Not Pay for Its Bases in Greenland
The signed US bases deal can't be reopened, so Greenland's parties are fighting over what comes next. Naleraq wants Washington to pay—it won't.
Cooperation Between Rescue Organizations of Greenland and Iceland
Qamutit SAR and Iceland's ICE-SAR have signed a cooperation agreement to strengthen volunteer rescue capability across Greenland's vast, harsh terrain.
Who Will Stay in the Arctic
Education, quality of life, and Indigenous voices: what it will take to make the Arctic a place young people choose to live and work.