The Bering Strait is located between Russia and Alaska, connecting the Arctic Ocean to the Bering Sea. This narrow strait separates Asia and North America by about 85 kilometers (53 miles) at its narrowest point. The strait is historically significant, as it is believed to have been part of the land bridge that allowed early humans to migrate from Asia to North America during the last Ice Age. Today, the Bering Strait is a critical area for marine biodiversity and geopolitical interests.