U.S. Troops Conduct Arctic Training Exercises

U.S. troops from the 11th Airborne Division, stationed in the Yukon Training Area of Alaska, face extreme conditions, including temperatures dropping to 30 degrees below zero and harsh winds. As global powers like Russia and China increase their military presence in the Arctic, these soldiers undergo rigorous cold-weather training to prepare for potential threats. Lawmakers emphasize the need for the U.S. to enhance its strategic capabilities in the region, particularly as climate change alters the Arctic landscape.

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