Overview
- The Nansen Support Programme allocation includes more than NOK 1 billion for ammunition for Ukraine’s F-16s purchased via the US-led JUMPSTART/Foreign Military Sales channel.
- Over NOK 500 million is earmarked for long-range interceptors for Ukraine’s existing S-300 systems.
- Norway did not disclose the sourcing of the S-300 rounds, reflecting reliance on indirect procurement or third-party transfers for Soviet-standard munitions.
- Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre said air defense is among Ukraine’s most urgent needs as partners focus on sustaining operations with munitions.
- Ukraine continues to operate S-300 batteries for area defense despite attrition and shortages, with the system engaging targets at roughly 75–150+ kilometers and up to about 27 kilometers in altitude.