US deploys troops and rocket launchers to Alaskan island amid Russian drills

The U.S. has deployed over 130 soldiers and mobile rocket launchers to a remote Alaskan island in response to increased Russian military activity. This follows the detection of Russian naval vessels and aircraft incursions near Alaska. Last week, Russia began its largest joint naval and air drills since the Cold War, involving over 400 warships and 90,000 troops. These exercises are part of ongoing military operations in the Arctic region. The U.S. military's actions reflect heightened tensions in the Arctic, where Russia has been increasing its military presence. This situation follows joint exercises between Russia and China near Alaska earlier this year.