NATO's Arctic moves pose 'direct threat' to Russia, foreign minister Lavrov says

Lavrov said NATO’s increased activity in the Arctic is a direct security threat, citing the alliance’s push to boost regional presence following Russia’s war on Ukraine. The statement escalates geopolitical risk in a strategic area where Arctic-related security posture can affect defense spending expectations and wider risk sentiment. Likely sector-moving impact via higher risk premiums rather than specific financial figures.