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The Shadowy Battle on Norway's Border: Espionage, Suspicion, and Geopolitical Tensions in the High North

A Frontier of Covert Operations and Espionage

Nestled at Norway’s eastern tip, Kirkenes stands on the frontline of a complex and tense geopolitical landscape. This small town, right on the border with Russia, has become a focal point for espionage and covert activities, primarily due to its proximity to Russian territory and strategic importance for NATO operations in the Arctic. The Norwegian Domestic Intelligence Agency (PST) has granted rare access to reveal the intricate web of surveillance, espionage, and hybrid warfare unfolding in this icy frontier.