Russia sends troops and missiles to the Arctic as Putin stakes a claim for the region's oil and gas reserves.
.Russia, Norway, Denmark and Canada are fighting over the Arctic territory
.Putin is building six bases in the Arctic, and sending troops and missiles
.It's estimated that billions of tonnes of oil and gas lie beneath the seabed
.Experts warn it shows willingness to use a military threat to claim the land
"Russia is beefing up its military presence in the Arctic, sending troops and missiles to strengthen its position in the competition for the region's extensive oil and gas reserves.
As well as deploying advanced anti-aircraft missiles to the region, President Vladimir Putin is overseeing the completion of six new bases designed to see off foreign competition for the natural resources.
It is estimated that billions of tonnes of oil and gas lie beneath the seabed, which is currently disputed territory…"
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