NATO Launches Arctic Sentry Initiative With Mark Rutte's Plan

NATO launched Operation Arctic Sentry to coordinate military exercises across the Arctic following increased activity from Russia and China.Swedish Defense Minister Pål Jonson confirmed Sweden is prepared to support the initiative while maintaining its current role leading land forces in Finland.The strategic shift occurs as experts like Rachel Ellehuus urge European nations to increase defense spending to 5% of their GDP to ensure regional deterrence.