Russia establishes a new Arctic air squadron to protect the Northern Sea Route
The squadron, with a core of Su-34 fighters, could be based on the Kola Peninsula, near Finland and Norway.
July 19, 2019
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The Northern Sea Route needs better protection, Russia argues, as it boosts its military presence in the region. New armament and military infrastructure has been made operational across the country’s vast Arctic coast. Radars and other radio-electronic equipment have been installed and missile systems and other advanced armament deployed. More is on its way.
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