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NATO's Cold Response 26: 25,000 Troops Test Arctic Readiness

1/24/2026

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Cold Response 26 will be a NATO winter warfare drill in northern Norway in March 2026, involving 25,000+ troops from 12 nations.
The exercise includes 3,000 U.S. Marines and tests NATO's ability to deploy and sustain combat power in Arctic conditions.
U.S. forces will integrate with Norwegian units to practice combined arms maneuver and joint operations, highlighting Arctic strategic importance amid increased Russian military activity.

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Story summary

Cold Response 26 will be a NATO winter warfare drill in northern Norway in March 2026, involving 25,000+ troops from 12 nations.
The exercise includes 3,000 U.S. Marines and tests NATO's ability to deploy and sustain combat power in Arctic conditions.
U.S. forces will integrate with Norwegian units to practice combined arms maneuver and joint operations, highlighting Arctic strategic importance amid increased Russian military activity.