Among the capabilities the U.S. wants: space systems to enable the Golden Dome missile defense system; the ability to launch aircraft to defend against cruise missiles launched from the Arctic; and ports for special operations forces and the Navy.

The United States has 11 aircraft carriers spread across the world; four of them are in various stages of maintenance.

North American Aerospace Defense Command scrambled two U.S. Air Force F-35 Lightning II fighters and two F-22 Raptor fighters, among other aircraft to intercept, identify and monitor the Russians.

Air Force Gen. Gregory Guillot, the NORTHCOM commander, ordered bases to implement security measures including random vehicle inspections and identification checks of 100% of the people entering installations.

The latest iteration of Arctic Edge launched throughout Alaska and, for the first time, Greenland. The exercise is intended to improve collaboration among partner organizations in the Arctic.

U.S. Space Forces Northern will guide development and delivery of space capabilities that enable joint lethality and effectiveness for homeland defense.