Norway has officially confirmed its military support for Ukraine by procuring a 'large quantity' of French glide bombs as part of a bilateral agreement to bolster Ukraine's defenses against Russia's ongoing attacks. The Norwegian Ministry of Defense stated that this arrangement allows collaboration between Norway and France to donate defensive equipment either through acquisitions from French industry or via donations from French stockpiles. This initiative signifies a significant financial commitment, with Norway contributing approximately 4.2 billion Norwegian Krone (371 million euros) and securing a loan from France of around 3 billion Norwegian Krone.

In the details released, the Norwegian government has not specified the exact types of weapons included in this agreement, but there are strong indications that the procurement aligns with the AASM Hammer glide bomb, known for its guided capabilities and produced by the French group Safran. This type of munition has been widely utilized by the Ukrainian military, suggesting that Norway's strategic support is aimed at enhancing Ukraine's aerial capabilities in response to persistent and intense assaults by Russian forces.

In addition to Norway’s efforts, German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius announced that Berlin will supply Ukraine with five new PAC-3 interceptor missiles as part of ongoing military assistance. These developments reflect a growing coalition of European nations rallying to provide Ukraine with necessary military resources, underscoring the international community's commitment to supporting Ukraine during its conflict with Russia.