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Norway Boosts Ukraine Support with $455 Million Pledge

4/8/2025

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Norway Boosts Ukraine

Norway's government is stepping up its support for Ukraine, pledging NOK 5 billion ($455 million) for artillery ammunition in 2025. This includes NOK 4 billion for a Czech-led initiative and NOK 1 billion for the European Peace Facility. Prime Minister Støre underscored the critical need to bolster Ukraine's defenses against relentless Russian aggression.

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Norway Increases Military Aid

Norway is stepping up its commitment to Ukraine, pledging an impressive NOK 50 billion ($4.58 billion) in military aid for 2025, bringing the total to NOK 85 billion. This vital support will bolster Ukraine's air defense, artillery, and naval forces. Simultaneously, Norway is investing NOK 17 billion to modernize its own military, including the acquisition of new K9 howitzers.

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Norway Boosts Ukraine

Norway's government is stepping up its support for Ukraine, pledging NOK 5 billion ($455 million) for artillery ammunition in 2025. This includes NOK 4 billion for a Czech-led initiative and NOK 1 billion for the European Peace Facility. Prime Minister Støre underscored the critical need to bolster Ukraine's defenses against relentless Russian aggression.

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