Norwegian government announces significant increase in military support for Ukraine
Kyiv • UNN
Norway will significantly increase military support to Ukraine, including funding for air defense, to help Ukraine defend itself against Russian missiles and drones.
In the near future, the Norwegian government will significantly increase its support for Ukraine, including money to strengthen air defense. This was stated by Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre, VG reports, UNN reports.
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According to him, there are significant amounts of money that need to be used to cover Ukraine's immediate needs. However, he did not say anything about the exact amount.
Norway is initially considering participating in a German-led joint venture to supply Ukraine with better missile and drone defense.
The government will increase its support for Ukraine. This may include expanding the overall framework of the Nansen program. We will invite the parties in the parliament to talk about this
The Nansen program was agreed upon for NOK 75 billion over five years and is supported by all parties in parliament.
Every morning the news reports Russian missiles and drones hitting civilian buildings, power plants, and killing many people. Ukraine has been able to defend itself against this, but is beginning to run out of steam
