The oil transshipment complex in Mokhnatkina Pakhta north of Murmansk in the Kola bay serves both Russia’s military Northern Fleet as well as exporters of oil to the world market. It includes oil-loading terminals, storage tanks, railway lines, and sea...
Vietnam veterans were honored at a national welcome home celebration Sunday held at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington. Hundreds of veterans and supporters took part in a ceremonial walk down Constitution Avenue to honor those who served in the Vietnam War. Hosted by...
Murmansk is Russia’s largest city above the Arctic Circle. Photo: Atle Staalesen 326 criminal cases suspended because the defendants chose to sign contracts with the army More than 100 of those cases involve serious offences, according to the local police in...
Olesia Krivtsova at Barents Pride 2023. Photo: Selfie Barents Observer journalist fined over alleged “LGBT propaganda” in Russia A Russian court has fined Barents Observer journalist Olesya Krivtsova 200,000 roubles, accusing her of promoting LGBT issues via the media...
Near the border with Russia. Norway is investing significant sums in military modernisation. Among the priorities is the new Finnmark Brigade. Photo: Atle Staalesen Oslo steps up defence plan, strengthens control in border region A new Finnmark Brigade will be fully...
Hit by Ukrainian drone. The Purga icebreaking patrol vessel, which is built for the FSB Coast Guard was seriously damaged in the drone attack on March 25, 2026. Photo: Exilenova+ on Telegram Ukrainian drone wrecks FSB’s new Arctic vessel A high-profile Russian...