How Russia Is Preparing for War in the Arctic
united24media.com

... he Russian Ministry of Defense announced an Arctic version of the Tornado-G multiple launch rocket system (MRLS) to be launched this year, 2025. This is just one of several weapon systems recently adapted for Arctic conditions to be integrated into their growing military fleet in the region.

The Arctic was once a politically neutral area of the world, described as "High North, low tension," a region of peace and cooperation. This is no longer the case; now, it's a growing military front for Russia, a network of Russian Arctic-adapted weapon systems, nuclear submarines, missile facilities, airfields, radar stations, and troops. ...

Putin says rivalries are increasing in the Arctic, but economic cooperation is possible
www.reuters.com

... Geopolitical rivalries are intensifying in the Arctic but Russia is willing to cooperate with foreign partners, including from the West, in economic ventures there that will benefit all sides, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday.

In a major speech, Putin said U.S. President Donald Trump's stated intention to acquire Greenland was "serious", and it was clear that the U.S. would continue to promote its interests in the Arctic. The Greenland question had nothing to do with Russia, he said. ...