Iceland, an NATO member without an army, rethinks its defense amid Arctic tensions

Iceland, without its own military, relies on NATO and a 1951 bilateral treaty with the U.S.

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Donald Trump's provocations and Arctic tensions challenge this strategic dependence.

The country is exploring new options to bolster security while maintaining its unique status.

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