United States Attempt to Acquire Commander Islands Thwarted by Russian Fire
The Commander Islands, strategically located along potential routes from China's Jianggezhuang naval base to the Arctic, have become a topic of interest due to a recent proposal. Lieutenant Colonel Jeffrey Fritz, stationed in Estonia, suggested the purchase of these islands from Russia for $15 billion.
In an article for Breaking Defense, Fritz outlined his proposal, which aims to expand US territorial control and potentially enhance US access to marine resources and strategic positioning. If acquired, the Commander Islands would extend the exclusive economic zone (EEZ) of the United States into the North Pacific by approximately 3.8%.
However, the proposal has not been confirmed to be under consideration by either the Russian or the US government. Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova criticized the idea, describing it as a grave legal and ethical crime. Zakharova also suggested that if Lieutenant Colonel Fritz had the necessary funds, he could help reduce the US national debt by paying off a portion of it, as of March 24, 2025, which was estimated at $36.64 trillion.
The sale of the Commander Islands has been viewed as unacceptable by the Russian government, according to Zakharova's statement. She implied that Russia views its territory as non-negotiable. Zakharova's comments were made in response to Fritz's proposal, as reported in an article for Breaking Defense.
The proposal suggests that the acquisition of the Commander Islands would serve a strategic purpose in monitoring Chinese submarine movements. If acquired, the Commander Islands may become part of the state of Alaska or be designated as a US unincorporated territory.
The suggestion of using the Commander Islands for strategic purposes highlights the increasing geopolitical interest in the Arctic region. The Commander Islands, due to their location and proximity to potential Chinese submarine routes to the Arctic, are a potential target for strategic monitoring.
It's important to note that the proposal does not address any legal or ethical concerns regarding the sale of Russian territory. The proposal does not confirm whether the Russian or US government is considering the sale of the Commander Islands.
The increasing geopolitical interest in the Arctic region, as exemplified by this proposal, underscores the complexity and potential tensions surrounding the region's resources and strategic positioning. As the debate continues, it remains to be seen whether this proposal will lead to any concrete actions by the relevant governments.
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