The Russian Federation and the US will sign an agreement on the design of a tunnel between Chukotka and Alaska on June 5. According to Dmitriev, this will be one of the major infrastructure projects between the two countries.
An oil boom has started in Alaska thanks to new deposits and the easing of restrictions. The Willow and Pikka projects have attracted record investments to the region.
The US plans to issue oil drilling permits in Alaska within 30 days to lower prices. The new system will accelerate the implementation of the large-scale Willow project.
A rockslide in Alaska triggered a megatsunami nearly 500 meters high. This is the second largest such event in the history of scientific observations.
Scientists from Arizona propose using radar-equipped drones to search for underground ice on Mars. This would allow for the precise determination of the depth of water deposits.
The Trump administration may extend Jones Act waivers to stabilize oil prices. This would allow foreign vessels to transport fuel between ports.
Researchers recorded a female with two offspring near Seattle that are not in local catalogs. The animals have shark scars and may have arrived from Alaska.
Companies bid for 1. 3 million acres of land during a record US auction. This is the first such sale of licenses in Alaska since 2019.
Kremlin officials are criticizing the US for military operations against Iran, using the escalation in the Middle East. This sets the stage for blaming the US for potential failures in peace talks on Ukraine.
The auction for drilling rights in Alaska's Cook Inlet, initiated by the Trump administration, ended without result. No company submitted bids for the development of oil and gas fields.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius criticized Donald Trump's approach to Russia's war against Ukraine. He stated that Trump's actions could have strengthened Putin's confidence and complicated negotiations.
The US Army successfully tested HIMARS in the Arctic, despite components freezing. This confirmed its ability to deliver accurate fire in harsh conditions.
American financier Gentry Beach, linked to the Trump family, has struck a deal with Russia's Novatek to develop a gas project in Alaska. This cooperation comes amid Russia's war against Ukraine and Western sanctions.
On February 19, the US and Canada intercepted five Russian aircraft near Alaska. They remained in international airspace, not entering sovereign US or Canadian airspace.
The Center for Countering Disinformation reports on new Russian history textbooks for 10th and 11th grades that justify the war against Ukraine. They present the aggression as a "forced step" to save the world from NATO.
A U. S. federal judge rejected a lawsuit by environmental organizations, allowing ConocoPhillips Alaska to continue exploration work. The company stated that the implementation of the program is critical to preserving its lease rights.
The administration of US President Donald Trump has displayed an official photo of his meeting with Vladimir Putin at the Anchorage summit in August 2025. This underscores the Trump administration's desire to establish direct contacts with the Kremlin.
The restoration of Ukraine's economy through EU integration is important, but it does not replace reliable security guarantees from the US and the Coalition of the Willing. The Kremlin is trying to blame Ukraine for delaying the peace process, despite its own unwillingness to compromise.
ISW analysts believe that the Kremlin is using the lack of clarity regarding the Alaska summit in August 2025 to create the illusion of "joint American-Russian understanding" on ending the war in Ukraine. Russia is trying to avoid US pressure by balancing between demonstrating strength and engagement.
Putin announced his readiness to allocate $1 billion from frozen assets to the "Peace Council. " He also commented on the situation around Greenland and negotiations regarding Ukraine.
Republican lawmakers are resisting President Trump's intentions regarding Greenland, fearing a threat to NATO. They are taking steps to prevent conflict with Denmark.
Senator Lisa Murkowski stated that the US Congress is ready to use the "power of the purse" to block Trump's attempts to annex Greenland. Democrats are preparing a bill that will limit the president's unilateral actions regarding the territories of NATO member countries.
ISW analysts believe that the Kremlin will have to compromise on its demands that are incompatible with the peace plan. Russia is not interested in a compromise-based settlement, as evidenced by its constant references to the 2024 demands.
Canada plans to open two new consulates in Greenland and Alaska as part of a strategy to strengthen its presence in the Arctic. Foreign Minister Anita Anand emphasized the growing strategic importance of the region, given the advancement of Russian infrastructure and the melting of polar ice.
The first sale of oil leases in the Gulf of Mexico brought in $279 million from 30 companies. This is part of Republican efforts to increase fossil fuel production in the US.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy took 14th place in Politico's ranking of the most influential people in Europe. The ranking was topped by US President Donald Trump, and Russian dictator Vladimir Putin was placed 5th.
A 7. 6 magnitude earthquake occurred off the coast of Japan, reaching an intensity of over 6 on the Japanese scale. A tsunami warning has been issued, with the epicenter located east of Aomori Prefecture.
On Saturday, December 6, a 7-magnitude earthquake struck the US state of Alaska. The epicenter was located 90 km north of Yakutat, with no tsunami threat.
Envoys of US President Donald Trump met with Ukrainian negotiators for the third time in two weeks to discuss a peace plan, while the Trump administration eased economic pressure on Russia. The US Treasury Department partially suspended sanctions against Lukoil gas stations outside Russia until April 29.
US President Donald Trump's special envoy, Steve Witkoff, and his son-in-law, Jared Kushner, will hold talks with Vladimir Putin on Tuesday regarding a possible path to ending Russia's war against Ukraine. The meeting will take place in the afternoon, following the earlier establishment of an "updated and improved peace framework agreement" by the US and Ukraine.
