Latest news from the Norwegian Government on the situation in Ukraine

Presentation of this year’s public threat and risk assessments

The Norwegian Intelligence Service, the Police Security Service and the Norwegian National Security Authority today presented their public threat and risk assessments for 2026.

Norwegian health service provides life saving assistance to Ukraine

This week, Norway received its 500th patient who was medically evacuated from Ukraine.

The Prime Minister's speech at the Arctic Frontiers conference

'We are the eyes and ears of NATO in the north. We work together with the US on this. It matters for US’ homeland security,' said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Tromsø

A new chapter in the French-Norwegian collaboration

On February 2nd 2026, the French and Norwegian health ministers met and signed a declaration marking the intention to work in partnership to address major health challenges, and to promote mutual interests.

The Prime Minister's opening address at Oslo Security Conference

'The collective security is not a charity. It is made out of self-interest,' said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Oslo Security Conference

Settlement of refugees

Settlement with public assistance is a voluntary service offered by the Norwegian government. The Norwegian Directorate of Integration and Diversity (IMDi) and municipalitices decides where refugees are setteled.

Why the Arctic is important for allied security

We must build on 20 years of co-operation in the North, and respect each other’s borders.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Op-ed in the Financial Times

Statement by the Nordic Baltic States on Russia’s destruction of energy infrastructure in Ukraine

The Foreign Ministers of Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway and Sweden, the Nordic Baltic 8, deplore Russia’s continued attacks on Ukrainian cities, residential areas and critical infrastructure.

Norway secures air defence missiles for Ukraine

Russia's relentless missile attacks on Ukraine continue. Norway has recently delivered a significant number of air defence missiles to Ukraine to ensure that the Norwegian-developed NASAMS system can continue to protect Ukraine.

Cultural Cooperation in the High North

The Ministry of Culture and Equality contributes to developing cultural cooperation across borders in the North. This is achieved through support for several Northern Norwegian actors’ international efforts and funding of collaborative projects. These grants support the government’s High North initiatives. Indigenous culture is a central focus.

Foreign war graves in Norway

There are 29 450 foreign war graves in Norway. All foreign war graves are maintained and provided for by the Norwegian Government.

Minister Eide unveiled replica of rune stone in Ukraine

‘The Alstad stone is a symbol of the historic ties between the people of Norway and the people of Ukraine,’ said Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide.

Norwegian support to Ukraine and neighbouring countries

This is an overview of Norway’s support to Ukraine and neighbouring countries affected by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Emergency support package for Ukraine

The Government is now providing an emergency support package of EUR 340 million to Ukraine. This was announced by Norwegian Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide in Kyiv today. The funding will be used to support the energy sector and to help the Ukrainian government administration to maintain critical services.

Allocation of funding under the Nansen Support Programme for Ukraine in 2026

In 2026, Norway will provide NOK 15 billion in civilian and humanitarian support to Ukraine and Moldova under the Nansen Programme Support for Ukraine. The key focus areas for Norway’s support to Ukraine are energy security, budget support for the Ukrainian authorities, humanitarian aid and support for business development.

Democracy as a Mission

Ladies and Gentlemen, Excellencies, Dear Mr. President, Dear Frank-Walter, First of all: Congratulations! It is a great honor and a sincere pleasure to speak here today and to celebrate your 70th birthday. You and I, Frank-Walter, we are about the

By Minister of Finance Jens Stoltenberg Symposium on the occasion of the 70th birthday of Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier

Commitment to provide security guarantees for Ukraine

On Tuesday, Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre participated in a summit of the Coalition of the Willing in support of Ukraine. The coalition members agreed that any future peace agreement must be backed up by security guarantees provided by European countries and the US.

Norwegian collaboration with EU in the area of health

The European Economic Area (EEA) Agreement is one of Norway's most important international agreements, and cooperation with the EU is of great importance to Norway. Through this agreement, Norway is fully integrated into the EU single market through regulations covering, among other things, food, drinking water, pharmaceuticals and medical devices.

The Prime Minister's New Year Address 2026

'While Norway is not immune to the risks emerging in a more insecure and unpredictable world, we have a high level of resilience: Norway is a safe country. With a robust economy. With a high degree of social equality. Equal opportunities for all throughout the country. A high level of trust between people. And, as last year so clearly showed: we have a vibrant democracy,' said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Høyblokka

Statement from Minister Eide on Russian Strikes in Ukraine over Christmas

'Ukrainian and US negotiators work hard to end Russia’s war and reach a just, durable peace. Hard questions will be addressed at tomorrow’s presidential meeting,' said Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide.