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Førstkommende søndag kl. 13–16 kan du besøke tyske og estlandske marineskip på Søndre Akershuskai og Vippetangskaia i Oslo! Skipene deltar i øvelsen Baltic Mine Counter Measure Exercise. Nå har du en unik mulighet til å komme tett på både minesveipere og støttefartøy.
July 11, 2025 at 10:25 AM
Norway has extended its agreement with EU for evacuation of Ukrainian patients to 31 March 2026. So far, more than 3,300 patients and relatives have been transported to Norway and other European countries through the #EUCivilProtection Mechanism. Our support continues. @eu_echo #StandWithUkraine
May 13, 2025 at 7:59 AM
Commanders Robert B. Sofge at U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Europe and Africa, James Morley JFC Norfolk and Gjert Dyndal at NOR Joint HQ, met at Andøya, Norway for #FormidableShield. 11 allied nations take part in #FS25. The exericse reflects our commitment to collective defence for regional security.
May 9, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Today marks 80 years since Norway was liberated – after five years of brutal occupation. Since then, we have enjoyed a free and democratic Norway, and perhaps we have taken it somewhat for granted. Today, on Liberation and Veterans Day, we appreciate those who fought for our freedom. Thank you.
May 8, 2025 at 8:54 AM
Formidable Shield 2025 🚀
One of NATO’s key deterrence exercises this year—and Europe’s largest live-fire missile and air defence drill—is underway in Norway. 2,500 troops from 10 allied nations are training together on Andøya to defend Norwegian airspace. The exercise moves to the Hebrides next week
May 7, 2025 at 3:12 PM
This week, 11 military flag officers meet in Kirkenes, near the border to Russia for the Arctic Security Forces Roundtable to discuss grey-zone threats. With rising geopolitical tensions, NATO’s Arctic presence is key to stability. The forum fosters cooperation for a secure and rules-based Arctic.
March 27, 2025 at 11:18 AM
Today's Tactical Total Defence Selfie 🪖🚨

At exercise #JointViking25, we strengthen cooperation between military and civilian emergency preparedness actors. We also build important competence, and prepare to provide mutual support in peace, crisis, and war.
#strongertogether #wearenato #nato
March 12, 2025 at 5:50 PM
Today's Tactical Selfie 🪖📸
Exercise #JointViking25 has now entered its second week. The Chief of the Army is leading our forces in the fight against the enemy. But the battle cannot be won without the support of the Brigade Nord and the Finnmark Land Command. #strongertogether #wearenato #nato
March 11, 2025 at 6:09 PM
This morning, two Norwegian F-35s took off from Evenes to identify and shadow two Russian Tu-142 BEAR F in international airspace. The patrol aircraft were operating off the coast of Troms, where exercise #JointViking25 takes place. Such flights are considered routine. #WeAreNATO
March 10, 2025 at 5:26 PM
Today's tactical selfie 🪖📸

A vessel operator in the Coastal Ranger Command at work during exercise #JointViking25 in northern Norway. Can you spot the camouflaged combat boat? 👀
#WeAreNATO #StrongerTogether
March 9, 2025 at 5:03 PM
I to døgn har Finnmark landforsvar kjempet mot fienden under øvelse #JointViking25. Nå tar Brigade Nord over striden. Med god alliert støtte. Se og les hvordan byttet foregår: www.forsvaret.no/aktuelt-og-p...
March 9, 2025 at 1:47 PM
Today's Tactical Selfie – Hello from the cockpit! 📸🤘
A Norwegian F-35 pilot says hello from somewhere over Ofoten, northern Norway. At exercise #JointViking25, Norwegian F-35s train on data sharing and fire support with the Army and the Air Defence Battalion. #strongertogether #wearenato #nato
March 7, 2025 at 7:08 PM
At exercise #JointViking2025, we are working closely with our allies. Both at land, at sea and in the air. This is one example of how we cooperate for our joint safety, here with our colleagues from the Royal Marines. #WeAreNATO #StrongerTogether
March 7, 2025 at 1:59 PM
Today's Tactical Selfie 🪖📸:
Norwegian and Finnish soldiers during exercise #JointViking2025 in Northern #Norway. The joint training strengthens Nordic defence capabilities and makes us better able to defend NATO's northern flank together. #Puolustusvoimat #WeAreNATO
March 6, 2025 at 6:34 PM
Today's Tactical Selfie 🪖📸:
Soldiers from Porsanger Battalion are deploying and preparing for missions during Exercise #JointViking2025 in northern #Norway. 10,000 allied soldiers from nine nations participate in the largest military exercise in Norway this year #WeAreNATO #StrongerTogether
March 5, 2025 at 6:49 PM
Today's Tactical Selfie 🪖📸:
Soldiers from the Norwegian 2nd Battalion in Brigade Nord are training for missions and guarding the equipment that will be used during exercise #JointViking25 in North Norway. #WeAreNATO #StrongerTogether
March 4, 2025 at 5:12 PM
Today's Tactical Selfie 🪖📸:
A soldier from the Norwegian Navy's Logistics Command during resupplying of vessels at exercise #JointViking25 in North Norway. #WeAreNATO
March 3, 2025 at 7:17 PM
🇺🇦✈️🇳🇴 The medevac plane came back after another medical evacuation of Ukrainian patients yesterday. This helps those affected by Russia's attacks and eases pressure on Ukrainian healthcare. Military support for Ukraine is a priority and the NOR defence sector work every day to support Ukraine.
February 21, 2025 at 8:04 AM
Norway has evacuated 3,000 Ukrainian patients and their next of kin to hospitals in ten different countries in Europe since 2022. This is possible thanks to a good cooperation between the Norwegian Government and SAS. This important mission continues in support for Ukraine.
January 27, 2025 at 10:43 AM
This year's National Veterans Conference started in Oslo yesterday, focusing on the role of veterans from a historical perspective and examines society's responsibility to recognise and care for both veterans and their families. The veteran’s prize was awarded the podcast “A Moment – an Eternity”.
January 22, 2025 at 9:20 AM
Soldiers in Finnmark are the first to receive the new M23 uniforms! "Our people are the most important we have, and they deserve good equipment", says Chief of Defence, Eirik Kristoffersen. The Nordic Combat Uniform System provides better comfort and protection, and is adapted to Norwegian nature.
January 17, 2025 at 3:27 PM
This week, air forces from the USA and the UK are exercising in Norway together with the Norwegian Armed Forces. Units from all domains train on effectively identifying, engaging and neutralising targets. Strong allied cohesion like this makes Norway and the High North safer.
December 4, 2024 at 3:04 PM
I dag er det 1000 dager siden Russland gikk til fullskala invasjon av Ukraina. Ukrainerne kjemper heroisk for friheten og retten til å styre sin egen retning. En av dem er «Keza». – Ukraina er frihet for meg, derfor kjemper jeg for Ukraina. Jeg håper at alt vil bli bra. Det er ikke noen annen vei.
November 19, 2024 at 9:13 AM