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Arctic seas could be completely ice-free by summer 2027: new study
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• 19775 viewsScientists urge Nordic ministers to protect the Atlantic Ocean from global warming threats
• 15728 viewsThe West hints at a growing nuclear threat as Russia and China expand cooperation in the Arctic
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02:25 PM • 32073 viewsChinese ships patrol the Arctic together with Russian troops for the first time
• 12486 viewsUS builds up military presence in Alaska amid growing Russian activity - media
• 16335 viewsTwo polar bears kill a worker at an Arctic station in Canada
• 17486 viewsSpaceX launches Falcon 9 with satellites to expand coverage in the Arctic
• 25701 viewsFrench imports of russian liquefied natural gas are growing - media
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The US Department of Defense sees a threat in the military activity of russia and China in the Arctic
• 19543 viewsNew EU sanctions against Russia on LNG do not reduce the volume of gas supplied to the bloc - media
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• 23407 viewsAmid sanctions, russia prepares to stagnate LNG exports for the next few years - Reuters
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• 29134 viewsCanada unveils new defense strategy until 2030
• 29751 viewsSupply ship "Ekaterina Velikaya" burns in Russia: one person killed
• 34712 viewsEuropean companies have supplied equipment for Putin's friend's LNG project worth half a billion euros to circumvent sanctions - rosmedia
• 24247 viewsLarge-scale NATO exercise Nordic Response begins in Norway
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• 41957 viewsBird flu found in penguins in the Falkland Islands
• 28075 viewsArctic seas could be completely ice-free by summer 2027: new study
A new study predicts the complete melting of Arctic sea ice in summer by 2027. Computer simulations have shown that a series of extreme weather events could accelerate this process.
US sees “concerning signals” in military cooperation between Russia and China in the Arctic
The US Ambassador for the Arctic has expressed concern over Russia and China's joint military activities off Alaska. The countries have stepped up cooperation in the region, including joint bomber flights and patrols.
The disappearance of an Arctic island: how global warming is changing the map of the world
A 53-hectare island in the Arctic, which was formed in the 1990s near Cape Lunar, has completely disappeared. Scientists attribute this phenomenon to melting glaciers and rising sea levels due to climate change.
Scientists urge Nordic ministers to protect the Atlantic Ocean from global warming threats
More than 40 climate scientists have appealed to Nordic ministers about changes in the Atlantic Ocean due to global warming. Scientists are calling for urgent action to prevent the collapse of ocean currents and climate change.
The West hints at a growing nuclear threat as Russia and China expand cooperation in the Arctic
The Chinese Coast Guard has entered the Arctic for the first time for joint patrols with the Russian Federation. Western analysts see this as a growing nuclear threat and a power struggle in the region.
Chinese ships patrol the Arctic together with Russian troops for the first time
Chinese warships have entered the Arctic Ocean for the first time to conduct joint patrols with Russian warships. This symbolizes the closer ties between Beijing and Moscow and their growing interest in the Arctic.
US builds up military presence in Alaska amid growing Russian activity - media
The United States is deploying naval and ground forces near Alaska in response to increased activity by Russia and China. Senator Dan Sullivan expressed concern about the increasing scale and frequency of Russian-Chinese military actions in the region.
Two polar bears kill a worker at an Arctic station in Canada
Two polar bears killed a worker at a remote Arctic radar station in Canada. The incident occurred on Brevard Island, with one bear killed by other workers. An investigation into the rare fatal attack has been launched.
SpaceX launches Falcon 9 with satellites to expand coverage in the Arctic
SpaceX successfully launched a Falcon 9 rocket with two ASBM satellites to expand broadband coverage in the Arctic. This was the 22nd launch of this launch vehicle, which equaled the company's record for rocket reuse.
French imports of russian liquefied natural gas are growing - media
russian LNG supplies to France more than doubled in the first half of this year. French companies imported almost 4.4 bcm of russian LNG, making France the largest importer in the EU.
The US Department of Defense sees a threat in the military activity of russia and China in the Arctic
The US Department of Defense considers russia's military presence in the Arctic a potential threat. The Pentagon is also concerned about China's growing activity in the region and calls for strengthening security through partnership with NATO.
New EU sanctions against Russia on LNG do not reduce the volume of gas supplied to the bloc - media
The new package of sanctions against Russia prohibits the transshipment of liquefied natural gas to the EU, but does not reduce the volume of natural gas supplies to the European Union, the media write.
Norway to block entry for most Russian tourists
Norway will further restrict entry for Russian tourists due to Russia's ongoing war against Ukraine, blocking almost all entries except for visits to close relatives.
Trump promises oil companies to roll back environmental regulations in exchange for a billion dollars for his campaign - media
Former US President Donald Trump has promised oil executives to roll back environmental regulations in exchange for a $1 billion contribution to his campaign, offering higher profits and fewer restrictions on the industry.
Bloomberg: EU to ban Russian funds to parties before European Parliament elections and Russian version of SWIFT
The European Union is proposing to ban political parties, think tanks and other groups from accepting funding from Russia, as well as to ban the use of the Russian central bank's financial messaging system as part of the next package of sanctions against Russia.
Media: draft 14th package of sanctions against Russia sent to EU countries, includes restrictions on Russian LNG and "shadow fleet"
The European Commission has sent the EU countries a draft of the 14th package of sanctions against Russia, which includes restrictions on imports of Russian liquefied natural gas, a ban on transshipment of Russian LNG in European ports, sanctions against the Russian "shadow fleet" transporting oil, restrictions on trade with more than 50 non-EU companies that help Russia avoid sanctions, and a ban on Russian funding of political parties and non-governmental organizations in the EU.
Amid sanctions, russia prepares to stagnate LNG exports for the next few years - Reuters
Due to Western sanctions, russia expects its liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports to stagnate at around 38. 6 million tons annually for about four years.
Winter has returned to Latvia: traffic is hampered by snowfall
Heavy snowfalls and blizzards have caused difficult driving conditions on major highways across Latvia, with snow cover on the roads and anti-slip materials being used.
Frost warnings are in effect in most of Poland - weather service
A cold snap with frosty temperatures down to -8 degrees Celsius hit most of Poland due to the penetration of Arctic air from Central Europe.
US and Norwegian Defense Ministers discuss support for Ukraine and strategic partnership
The US and Norwegian defense ministers discussed support for Ukraine, condemned Iranian aggression, and emphasized the importance of cooperation in the North due to russia's aggressive behavior.
Canada unveils new defense strategy until 2030
Canada unveiled a new defense strategy until 2030, increasing military spending to 1. 76% of GDP by 2030, but still falling short of NATO's 2% target.
Supply ship "Ekaterina Velikaya" burns in Russia: one person killed
The Russian supply ship Ekaterina Velikaya catches fire in Vladivostok, Russia, killing one person and hospitalizing three.
European companies have supplied equipment for Putin's friend's LNG project worth half a billion euros to circumvent sanctions - rosmedia
European companies continue to supply equipment for the Arctic LNG 2 project, one of the largest shareholders of which is billionaire Gennady Timchenko, a close friend of Vladimir Putin.
Large-scale NATO exercise Nordic Response begins in Norway
NATO has launched a large-scale exercise, Nordic Response 2024, in northern Norway with the participation of troops from 13 countries. They are practicing repelling an attack on the Alliance's territory.
February 27: International Polar Bear Day, World Optimist Day
Today, on February 27, animal rights activists and wildlife lovers join the celebration of the International Polar Bear Day. Polar bears are the largest terrestrial carnivores on the planet.
"Novatek sets up new representative office in China to sell LNG under sanctions - Reuters
Russian natural gas producer Novatek is setting up a new marketing team in China to sell gas from its Arctic LNG-2 project and circumvent US sanctions.
Bird flu found in penguins in the Falkland Islands
Two cases of bird flu confirmed among penguins in the Falkland Islands.