Norway has recently delivered a significant number of missiles for Ukraine’s NASAMS air defense systems to ensure the country can defend itself against Russian attacks, according to the Norwegian government website.
The report notes that air defense is a priority in Norway’s military support for Ukraine.
“Through the Nansen programme, NOK 85 billion has been set aside for civil and military support to Ukraine in 2026. We will continue to support Ukraine in the fight they are facing,” said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.
The Norwegian government statement emphasizes that Russia carries out targeted attacks using drones and missiles on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, causing power and heat outages during harsh winter conditions.
NASAMS air defense systems have been provided to Ukraine by several countries, including the United States, Canada, Lithuania, and Norway. The system has proven highly effective against Russian missiles.
“Through cooperation with the United States and others, Norway has quickly delivered air defence missiles to Ukraine at a critical stage so that the NASAMS system can continue to protect Ukrainian citizens from deadly air strikes,” said Defense Minister Tore O. Sandvik.
"The Ukrainians are exposed to missile and drone attacks almost every night. Right now, large parts of Kyiv are without heating, water or electricity due to Russian attacks. I met with President Zelensky in Kyiv last week, and this is exactly the kind of help they need to protect themselves against these attacks," said Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide.
