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Regrettable that Lithuania withdraws from Convention on Cluster Munitions
18/07/2024 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs‘It is regrettable that Lithuania has taken the decision today to withdraw from the Convention on Cluster Munitions. Even though the security situation in Europe has changed due to Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine, it is vital that states
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NATO agrees to provide extensive support to Ukraine
12/07/2024 Press release Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Foreign AffairsThe NATO countries have agreed to increase military support to Ukraine significantly. Measures approved by the Allies at the Washington Summit include EUR 40 billion in support within the next year, a greater coordinating role for NATO in training
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Norwegian Government to provide NOK 1 billion for air defence in Ukraine
11/07/2024 Press release Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Foreign AffairsNorway is providing an additional NOK 1 billion in funding for air defence systems in Ukraine. ‘The Ukrainians need more air defence to protect the population against Russian bombs and missiles,’ said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.
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Norway will donate F-16s to Ukraine this year
10/07/2024 Press release Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Foreign Affairs‘Ukraine’s ability to defend itself against air attacks is crucial in its battle against Russia. Norway has now decided to donate six F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine. We plan to start delivering the aircraft in the course of 2024,’ said Prime Minister
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Norway to donate spare parts for Sea King helicopters to Ukraine
09/07/2024 News story Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Foreign Affairs‘As co-chair of the Maritime Capability Coalition, Norway considers it important to ensure that Ukraine is able to build its Coast Guard and increase its maritime capabilities as rapidly as possible. Norway will donate spare parts for Sea King
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Statement by Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide on missile attacks against Ukraine
08/07/2024 News story Ministry of Foreign AffairsNorway condemns Russia’s massive missile attack against Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities today. At least 20 people have been killed, dozens are wounded, and there are huge material damages. It is extremely serious that the attacks yet again have hit
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Norway aligns itself with new sanctions against Russia
04/07/2024 Press release Ministry of Foreign AffairsNorway is aligning itself with the EU’s 14th package of sanctions against Russia. The work to incorporate the sanctions into Norwegian law is under way. Norway is also aligning itself with the EU legislation that allows for profits generated by
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Norway to increase support for protection of civilians in Ukraine
17/06/2024 News story Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Foreign AffairsNorway is increasing its humanitarian support to Ukraine by a total of NOK 50 million. The funds will be channelled through the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and UNICEF to promote civilian protection and the reintegration of
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Must secure peace on Ukraine’s terms
16/06/2024 News story Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Foreign AffairsThis weekend, Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre took part in the international Summit on Peace in Ukraine, which was hosted by Switzerland in response to a request by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. ‘The summit focused on securing peace on
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Norway to provide over NOK 1 billion to secure electricity in Ukraine
16/06/2024 News story Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Foreign AffairsNorway will provide NOK 1.1 billion in support to Ukraine to secure the country’s electricity supply. ‘Russia is carrying out massive, systematic attacks to paralyse the power grid, but Ukrainians are working day and night to maintain essential
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Norway donates mortar ammunition to Ukraine
13/06/2024 News story Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Foreign Affairs'Ukraine's need for firepower is extensive and urgent. After dialogue with the Norwegian Armed Forces, we have assessed what we can do further donations from the Norwegian Armed Forces' stockpiles, which can quickly be transferred to Ukraine to help
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80 years since the deportation of the Crimean Tatars
18/05/2024 Press release Ministry of Foreign AffairsMay 18 marks the 80th anniversary of the forced deportation of the Crimean Tatars. Today, they are once again being persecuted by the Russian occupying power. Norway reiterates its condemnation of Russia’s illegal occupation and human rights
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New grant scheme to strengthen Ukrainian civil society
19/04/2024 Press release Ministry of Foreign AffairsCivil society in Ukraine has a key role to play in uniting the country and building resilience against Russia's war of aggression. Norway is allocating NOK 70 million to a newly launched, application-based scheme to support the work of Ukrainian
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Increased Norwegian support for Ukrainian refugees in Moldova
17/04/2024 Press release Ministry of Foreign AffairsNorway is providing an additional NOK 70 million for humanitarian aid in Moldova. Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide visited Ukraine's neighbour on Tuesday and Wednesday.
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Norway to provide NOK 745 million in humanitarian aid to Ukraine and neighbouring countries
16/04/2024 Press release Ministry of Foreign AffairsThe UN estimates that nearly 15 million people - 40 % of Ukraine's population - are in need of humanitarian assistance. Norway is now allocating an additional NOK 745 million in support to Ukraine and its neighbouring countries.
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Norway and Ukraine agree on security assurances
15/04/2024 Press release Ministry of Foreign AffairsNorway and Ukraine have concluded negotiations on a bilateral agreement on security assurances. Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide announced the conclusion of the negotiations after his meeting with President Zelensky in Kyiv today.
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Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide visits Ukraine
15/04/2024 Press release Ministry of Foreign AffairsMinister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide is currently in Ukraine where he met with Ukrainian Minister of Foreign Affairs Dmytro Kuleba and visited a power plant. Norway is now mobilising support to provide electrical materials and equipment to
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Norway contributes to Czech procurement of artillery ammunition for Ukraine
07/03/2024 Press release Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Foreign Affairs'Ukraine has an urgent need for large quantities of artillery ammunition to defend themselves against Russia’s war of aggression. Norway already supports Ukraine with artillery ammunition both from its own stocks and directly from the industry.
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Four trains are ready for Ukraine
24/02/2024 Press release Ministry of Transport, Ministry of Foreign AffairsTwo years have passed since Russia’s full scale invation of Ukraine. As a part of Norway’s contribution to keep the economy and life in Ukraine going, four trains that Ukraine has requested, are ready to be transported to the war-stricken country.
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Norway to support efforts to locate missing persons in Ukraine
10/02/2024 Press release Ministry of Foreign AffairsNorway is providing NOK 100 million for efforts to find and identify persons who have gone missing in Ukraine in connection with Russia’s war of aggression.