12. Bering Strait
The Bering Strait is a narrow passage connecting the Arctic Ocean to the Bering Sea, separating Russia and Alaska. During the last Ice Age, it served as a land bridge, facilitating human migration from Asia to North America. Today, it remains strategically significant for Arctic navigation, with increasing interest due to climate change and potential shipping routes. The strait’s unique geography continues to influence geopolitical and environmental dynamics in the region. (britannica.com)
