Norway to transfer missiles for IRIS-T air defence systems to Ukraine

The Norwegian government is preparing a new military aid package for the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

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The information was shared by Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre during his visit to Kyiv. The new aid package will include missiles for IRIS-T SAMs. In addition, Ukraine will receive equipment for demining the territory. There is no information yet on when the arms deliveries will start.

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IRIS-T is an air defence system designed to destroy cruise missiles, rockets, aircraft, drones and helicopters at an altitude of up to 25 km and at a distance of up to 40 km. Ukraine is currently armed with IRIS-T SAMs in SLS and SLM modifications.

Source: Radio Svoboda