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The Ministry of Defence and Navantia have through a judicial mediation settled the Helge Ingstad case
02/06/2025 News story Ministry of DefenceThe Norwegian Ministry of Defence and Navantia have agreed to settle the dispute between the parties about the Helge Ingstad frigate. Simultaneously, the parties have entered into an agreement to ensure Navantia’s continuing life cycle support and
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NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte visited Norway
22/05/2025 News story Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Foreign AffairsNATO Secretary General Mark Rutte had a chance to see key aspects of Norway’s contribution to NATO first-hand when he visited Evenes Military Air Station and Ramsund Naval Station in North Norway on Thursday.
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Norway is adjusting its guidelines in Finnmark to enable more training with Sweden and Finland
22/05/2025 News story Ministry of DefenceThe Norwegian government has decided to make adjustments to the national guidelines for foreign military activity in Northern Norway. The adjustments facilitate increased training and cooperation with allied countries, including cross-border
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NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte to visit Norway for the first time
21/05/2025 News story Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Foreign AffairsPrime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre has invited NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte to visit Evenes and Ramsund in North Norway Thursday 22 May. ‘Norway is NATO’s eyes and ears in the north. This visit will give Secretary General Mark Rutte the chance to
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Norway proposes Bodø as location for new NATO air operations centre
20/05/2025 News story Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Defence‘The Norwegian Government has decided to put forward Bodø as the location for the new NATO combined air operations centre,’ said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.
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Norway to extend agreement on medical evacuation from Ukraine
09/05/2025 News story Ministry of Health and Care Services, Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Justice and Public SecurityThe Norwegian Government has decided to extend its agreement with the EU on the evacuation of Ukrainian patients until 31 March 2026. In addition to transport for medical evacuation, Norway is providing expertise and deliveries of medical equipment,
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Norway unveils its first new super missile, JSM, and celebrates delivery of all 52 F-35 fighter jets
28/04/2025 News story Ministry of Defence‘Norway has become the first country to receive the full delivery of all its planned F-35 fighter jets. The acquisition is a true success story. Today, the Armed Forces have also received their first super missile from the Norwegian Defence Materiel
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Norway and the Netherlands signed a cooperation agreement
11/04/2025 News story Ministry of Defence- The Netherlands is one of our closest friends and allies, and we look forward to developing the cooperation further in the coming years, says Minister of Defense Tore O. Sandvik.
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Norway will contribute ten billion Norwegian kroner to equipping and training a Ukrainian brigade
11/04/2025 News story Ministry of DefenceNorway takes a leading role in the training of soldiers for the brigade, which is being built up together with the Nordic and Baltic countries.
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Norway to provide NOK 5 billion for artillery ammunition for Ukraine
07/04/2025 Press release Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of DefenceNorway will provide NOK 4 billion in funding in 2025 to a Czech-led initiative to supply Ukraine with artillery ammunition. Norway will also provide NOK 1 billion to the European Peace Facility (EPF).
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Norway to increase support to Ukraine by NOK 50 billion
04/04/2025 Press release Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Foreign AffairsThe Government has proposed a substantial increase in Norway’s military support to Ukraine in 2025, in line with the broad-based political agreement reached in the Storting.
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Denmark acquires Norwegian Naval Strike Missiles worth 2 billion NOK
06/03/2025 News story Ministry of DefenceDenmark is acquiring the Naval Strike Missile (NSM) through a rapid procurement process in collaboration with Norway. The agreement strengthens naval defence in the Nordic region and enhances cooperation between two close allies.
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Statement from Minister of Defence Tore O. Sandvik on reports concerning naval support
02/03/2025 News story Ministry of Defence- We have seen reports raising concerns about support for US Navy vessels in Norway. This is not in line with the Norwegian government’s policy. I can confirm that all requested support has been provided. The U.S. and Norway maintain a close and
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Three years of medical evacuation of Ukrainian patients
27/02/2025 News story Ministry of Health and Care Services, Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Foreign AffairsEver since Russia started its full-scale invasion of Ukraine three years ago, Norway has contributed to the medical evacuation of Ukrainian patients. In total, Norway has transported around 2,250 patients to Norway and other European countries for
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Norway to increase support for Ukrainian defence industry and procurement of drones for Ukraine
24/02/2025 Press release Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Foreign AffairsThe Government is planning to provide NOK 3.5 billion for the procurement of military equipment for Ukraine from the Ukrainian defence industry. In addition, Norway is now providing NOK 600 million for the procurement of various types of drones and
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Norway to contribute equipment and training for a Ukrainian brigade
24/02/2025 Press release Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Foreign AffairsThe Nordic-Baltic countries will provide equipment and training for a Ukrainian brigade-sized unit. This is in response to a request by Ukraine.
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Norway to provide NOK 12.5 billion in civilian support to Ukraine and Moldova
24/02/2025 Press release Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Foreign AffairsThe Norwegian Government will provide NOK 12.5 billion in civilian support to Ukraine and Moldova in 2025. Key focus areas include energy security and humanitarian assistance. The funding is part of the overall allocation for 2025 under the Nansen
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Prime Minister Støre in Kyiv on third anniversary of the invasion: Norway stands firm in its support to Ukraine
24/02/2025 Press release Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Foreign AffairsToday, Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre is in Kyiv to meet with President Volodymyr Zelensky on the third anniversary of Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine.
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Joint Statement on Enhanced Defence Cooperation between Norway and the United Kingdom
20/02/2025 News story Ministry of DefenceThe UK and Norway are the closest of Allies with a deep history and a powerful defence and security relationship, built upon a shared strategic position and common outlook. We share the same security challenges, increasing threats, and commitment to
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Norway Extends Air Defence Mission in Poland
11/02/2025 News story Ministry of DefenceNorway is extending its contribution to NATO’s air and missile defence in Poland until the summer. Norwegian NASAMS air defence forces will remain stationed in Rzeszów to protect key supply lines in and out of Ukraine.