Northern Sea Route
Coverage of Northern Sea Route in the Nexus archive.
- Satellite images show how Russia is winning the race for the Arctic as the US plays catch-up
Russia is expanding its Arctic military and commercial presence through upgraded bases, energy infrastructure, and icebreakers, outpacing the US, which is rebuilding its Arctic capabilities. China is also increasing investments and military cooperation with Russia, as melting sea ice opens new shipping routes and access to Arctic resources.
- Two icebreakers headed to Alaska as US combats Russian, Chinese influence in Arctic
The U.S. Coast Guard plans to homeport two Arctic Security Cutters in Alaska by 2028 to counter Russian and Chinese influence in the Arctic. The initiative, funded by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, aims to secure U.S. sovereignty and deter foreign adversaries in a region rich in resources and strategic trade routes.
- Two icebreakers headed to Alaska as US combats Russian, Chinese influence in Arctic
The U.S. Coast Guard plans to homeport two Arctic Security Cutters in Alaska by 2028 to counter Russian and Chinese influence in the Arctic. The move is funded by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and aims to secure American sovereignty, deter adversaries, and protect Arctic resources as these nations expand their icebreaker fleets and Arctic trade routes.