Norway announced it will take responsibility for air defence of the Rzeszów airport in Poland, a critical logistics hub for civilian and military aid to Ukraine, starting early December 2024. The mission involves around 100 Norwegian troops, NASAMS air defence systems, and F-35 fighter jets operating within Polish airspace under NATO's integrated air and missile defense structure. The effort aims to ensure that aid reaches Ukraine, aiding its continued resistance against Russia's invasion. Norway also highlights the role in protecting medical evacuation operations. The Defence Minister, Bjørn Arild Gram, stressed the importance of the mission for Poland and Ukraine, affirmed Norway's commitment to NATO, and confirmed that the mission does not compromise Norway's own national preparedness and security. The mission duration is scheduled to continue until Easter 2025.

Norway announced it will take responsibility for air defence of the Rzeszów airport in Poland, a critical logistics hub for civilian and military aid to Ukraine, starting early December 2024. The mission involves around 100 Norwegian troops, NASAMS air defence systems, and F-35 fighter jets operating within Polish airspace under NATO's integrated air and missile defense structure. The effort aims to ensure that aid reaches Ukraine, aiding its continued resistance against Russia's invasion. Norway also highlights the role in protecting medical evacuation operations. The Defence Minister, Bjørn Arild Gram, stressed the importance of the mission for Poland and Ukraine, affirmed Norway's commitment to NATO, and confirmed that the mission does not compromise Norway's own national preparedness and security. The mission duration is scheduled to continue until Easter 2025.