Changes in the Arctic: Background and Issues for Congress

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Jul 14, 2025

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Aug 27, 2026, 4:38 pm UTC

Authors: Caitlin Keating-Bitonti, Jonathan L. Ramseur, Mariel J. Murray, Emma Kaboli, Laura B. Comay, John Frittelli, Anthony R. Marshak, Pervaze A. Sheikh, Lexie Ryan

Source topics: Europe, Russia & Eurasia, Climate Change, International Environmental Policy, Oceans & Fisheries, Latin America, Caribbean & Canada, Strategy, Operations & Emerging Threats, Wildlife & Ecosystems, International Energy Issues, International Natural Resource Issues

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