The news of Russia’s complaints about Norway comes just a day after Norway raised its military alert level in response to suspicious drone sightings.
that Ukraine’s interest in joining the military alliance poses a threat to Russia, a claim it had repeated in recent days.
Norway has been working to help Ukraine defend against Russia’s invasion since the outset of the war. The country has sanctioned the Russian government in an attempt to get Moscow to back off from the war and had provided Ukraine with military assistance. The assistance includes an air defense system, Mistral surface-to-air missiles, thousands of anti-tank missiles, protective gear such as bulletproof vests and helmets, and armored vehicles.
“Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine is a threat to Norwegian and European security. The war has already had major security political, economic, and humanitarian consequences,” Gram said. “The need for military support to Ukraine is necessary, extensive, and time-critical. This budget strengthens the Armed Forces and stands up for Ukraine.”
announced that Moscow sees no point in maintaining diplomatic relations with Western states writ large.
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