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Russia plants flag under N Pole |
| Home | (BBC News) - Russian explorers have planted their country's flag on the seabed 4,200m (14,000ft) below the North Pole to further Moscow's claims to the Arctic. They were travelling aboard two mini-submarines on what is believed to be the first expedition of its kind. Having planted the rust-proof titanium metal flag, the explorers will collect scientific samples and begin the risky journey back to the surface. |