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NATOs Arctic marines on manoeuvres
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#nato #armedforces #marines • By Arnold Pinto / Middle East News 247 • NATO’s marines are among the most formidable troops in the world. But in the Arctic, tough isn’t enough – marines must be unusually skilled and resilient to survive the freezing temperatures and rugged landscape. • In early 2024, marine forces from several NATO nations tested their mettle against the High North, putting their cold weather lessons into practice while learning new tactics from their counterparts during exercise Steadfast Defender 24. • Finnish, Italian and Swedish marines worked together to stage amphibious raids on the coast of Norway, while US marines improved their survival skills inland, learning what their Nordic partners already know: when it comes to deep snow, skis are the only way to get around. • The exercise was particularly poignant for Finland and Sweden, NATO’s two newest members. Finland joined in 2023, while Sweden joined during the exercise. Many Swedish troops held impromptu celebrations to mark their accession. • NATO's marines must be prepared to come ashore and defend NATO territory, no matter the time, place or climate. This short documentary follows the marines during Steadfast Defender, showing that they can braver the elements to fulfil their mandate.
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