Ukraine and Norway work to integrate new missiles into NASAMS air defense systems
Photo: Ukraine and Norway are working to integrate new missiles into NASAMS air defense systems (gagadget.com)
Ukraine and Norway are working to integrate new missiles into NASAMS air defense systems as part of their defense cooperation, Ukraine's Ministry of Defense reports.
Ahead of the meeting in the Ramstein format, Ukrainian Defense Minister Yevhenii Khmara held a phone call with Norwegian Defense Minister Tore Sandvik. The two discussed priorities for supporting Ukraine through the end of this year and into next year.
"We value the consistency and strength of this support. It gives us predictability and the ability to direct resources to the most urgent needs, primarily unmanned systems and efforts to strengthen air defence," Ukrainian Defense Minister Yevhenii Khmara said.
The discussions covered the procurement of man-portable air defense systems (MANPADS), contributions to the Prioritized Ukraine Requirements List (PURL) mechanism, and speeding up deliveries of air defense missiles.
The two sides also discussed the delivery of 20mm ammunition for F-16 fighter jets. These rounds for aircraft cannons have proven highly effective against jet-powered drones.
Another topic was projects to integrate missiles into NASAMS air defense systems. The officials discussed progress on their implementation.
Norway has previously announced significant support for strengthening Ukraine's air defenses, helping shoot down Russian attack drones and other aerial targets.
In addition, Ukraine's partners recently announced several new defense initiatives. Norway and other countries pledged Gripen fighter jets, SCALP missiles, and a drone deal, covering everything from fighter jet training to joint drone production.
We also reported that Norway had earlier arrested a Russian vessel following a $4.22 billion claim by Naftogaz. The arrest was part of efforts to enforce an arbitration ruling against Russia.
