Operation Arctic -

The operation is scheduled to last throughout 2026, with the possibility of extending for up to two years.

Three siblings—Julia, Sindre, and Ida—stow away on a helicopter, hoping to reach their father in southern Norway. Instead, they are accidentally left stranded on the deserted island of Spitsbergen in the middle of a winter storm. Operation Arctic

This operation aligns with Arctic Sentry , a broader NATO "enhanced Vigilance Activity" launched in February 2026 to consolidate allied actions in the region. The operation is scheduled to last throughout 2026,