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The article discusses Russia's increasing influence over the Svalbard Islands amid geopolitical tensions involving NATO and the Arctic region.

Svalbard experienced a record number of 94 official visits last year, highlighting increased international interest, particularly from Russia and the USA.

Last year, Svalbard saw a record number of official visits, including high-level representatives from both Russia and the USA, indicating increased geopolitical interest in the Arctic region.

This article discusses the geopolitical paradox of Barentsburg, a small mining village in Norway, NATO territory, where Russian influence is prominently established.

The article discusses Russia's influential presence in the Norwegian town of Svalbard, part of NATO, highlighting the use of Russian materials and education.

The article explores the Svalbard Global Seed Vault in Spitsbergen, Norway, which serves as a seed bank to preserve plant biodiversity for potential global disasters.

The article discusses the geopolitical tensions surrounding Svalbard, particularly regarding Russian military interests and increasing concerns from Norway and the U.S.

A new study from the Norwegian Institute of Marine Research warns that human activity is altering the fragile Arctic ecosystem, potentially allowing antibiotic-resistant superbugs to spread globally.

Researchers have discovered a significant amount of antibiotic-resistant genes on the seabed near Svalbard, raising concerns about public health and the environment.

Geir Pollestad, a top member of the Center Party in Norway, calls for a significant investment in Svalbard to tackle security and infrastructure challenges.

An orange avalanche warning has been issued for several regions in Norway, indicating a heightened risk of avalanches this afternoon, particularly in the Tromsø area.

Recent studies reveal that polar bears in Svalbard are adapting remarkably well to climate change, showing increased body weight and health despite ongoing threats from melting sea ice.

The article discusses how Russia's military presence in the Arctic, particularly near Norway's Svalbard, poses a threat to critical communication lines vital for Ukraine's defense.

The article discusses the importance of seed preservation, highlighting how the Svalbard Global Seed Vault serves as a safeguard for agricultural diversity in the face of potential global catastrophes.

Researchers have found that polar bears in Svalbard are not only maintaining their weight but some are gaining fat, which contrasts with the declining populations observed in Canada.

A Norwegian military intelligence report highlights Russia and China's efforts to enhance their presence in the Svalbard archipelago amidst global geopolitical interests.

As global tensions focus on Greenland, Russia and China are attempting to boost their presence in Norway's Arctic archipelago of Svalbard, according to a report from Norway's military intelligence service.

The Norwegian military intelligence has warned that Russia and China are planning to strengthen their presence in the Svalbard archipelago, which is under Norwegian control, as they view its strategic location as significant.

Norwegian intelligence warns that Russia aims to bolster its presence in the strategic Svalbard area and reduce dependency on Norwegian infrastructure.

An intelligence report indicates that Russia is working to enhance its presence in the strategically significant Svalbard archipelago, while China is also likely to increase its involvement in the region.

Norway's internal security agency has warned of intensified Russian espionage activities in the country this year, particularly focusing on the Arctic mainland and the Svalbard archipelago, along with a heightened risk of sabotage operations.

Norwegian security service PST anticipates an increase in Russian espionage activities in northern Norway, particularly in Arctic regions and around Svalbard, by 2026.

Svalbard, an Arctic archipelago part of Norway, offers a unique status that allows individuals to live and work without a visa or residence permit, regardless of nationality.

A record number of foreign visitors in December concluded a successful year for accommodation businesses in Northern Norway and Svalbard, according to a press release from the Norwegian Business Confederation (NHO).

Sylvi Listhaug advocates for the opening of new coal mines on Svalbard to ensure Norwegian presence and industrial jobs in the area, arguing that the investment is minor compared to national defense spending.

A U.S. Arctic research commission leader stated that they see no significant risk around Svalbard compared to Greenland, affirming Norway's role in protecting Svalbard amid Trump's interest in Greenland.

Svalbard's polar bears are faring better than expected, exhibiting improved fat reserves despite the ongoing loss of sea ice due to climate change.

Frp leader Sylvi Listhaug aims to resume coal mining in Svalbard to secure Norwegian jobs and presence on the archipelago, emphasizing its importance for European industry.

Despite predictions of food scarcity due to melting sea ice, the polar bear population in Svalbard, Norway has seen an improvement over the last 27 years.

President Zoran Milanović's comments suggesting that Donald Trump should look towards the Norwegian archipelago of Svalbard instead of Greenland have highlighted this relatively unknown region.

Norwegians are concerned about Russian threats to the Svalbard archipelago while Danes struggle with Trump's ambitions for Greenland.

The article discusses the geopolitical significance of Svalbard, a group of islands belonging to Norway that is governed by a unique treaty allowing almost anyone to settle there without a visa, against the backdrop of Great Power competition.

The Norwegian public reacted negatively to Croatian President Zoran Milanović's recent comments suggesting Svalbard might be more beneficial to Americans than Greenland, leading to criticism from Norwegian media and the Foreign Ministry.

Croatian President Zoran Milanović sparked a reaction in Norway by suggesting that U.S. President Donald Trump should focus on the Norwegian Svalbard instead of pursuing the idea of acquiring Greenland, labeling the discussion as politically and strategically unfounded.

The Svalbard archipelago is becoming a geopolitical battleground as Norway hardens its stance against foreign rights while major powers view the Arctic as the next strategic frontier.

The article discusses the changing geopolitical dynamics in Svalbard, where Norway is tightening control amid growing interest from Russia and China.

Norway has taken drastic measures in Svalbard amid rising tensions involving criticism from the EU, NATO, Russia, and China.

Croatian President Zoran Milanović criticized U.S. President Donald Trump's ambitions regarding Greenland, calling the island 'useless' compared to the Svalbard archipelago.

Croatian President Zoran Milanović stated that Greenland is 'useless' compared to the Svalbard archipelago, emphasizing its significance in the context of U.S. security.

Croatian President Zoran Milanović criticized Greenland's importance and highlighted the existence of Svalbard during a media statement at the 'Evening of Međimurje Identity' event.

Croatian President Zoran Milanović spoke at a ceremony celebrating the integration of Međimurje with Croatia, discussing various topics including judges and Greenland's significance.

The Norwegian Polar Institute organized a five-week expedition in April 2025 to study polar bears and the impact of pollutants on their health.