NATO launches new 'Arctic Sentry' mission

NATO on Wednesday said it had launched a new mission to bolster security in the Arctic.  "Arctic Sentry underscores the alliance's commitment to safeguard its members and maintain stability in one of the world's most strategically significant and environmentally challenging areas," US General Alexus Grynkewich, NATO's Supreme Allied Commander Europe, said in a statement.

NATO said the "multi-domain activity" would initially pull together undertakings already being carried out by alliance members in the region such as upcoming exercises by Norway and Denmark.