The Norwegian Defence conducted joint training exercises with British and American forces on and around Jan Mayen from August 26 to September 4, 2026. Operation Atlantic City, part of NATO’s Arctic Sentry initiative, aims to strengthen alliance capabilities in Arctic operations under harsh conditions. Jan Mayen, a Norwegian territory, is within NATO’s responsibility, emphasizing the need for allied familiarity with its geography and extreme environment. The exercise follows a similar 2025 training and involves Norwegian naval and home guard units. Vice Admiral Rune Andersen highlighted the importance of demonstrating capacity and willingness to defend Norwegian territory, including Arctic islands and territorial waters. Jan Mayen’s strategic location in the Norwegian Sea, approximately 1,000 km from the mainland, underscores its significance. The exercise name references a WWII US military base established there for meteorological support and naval control.
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