Norway Warns Putin May Test Its Resolve on Ukraine Support

Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre warned that Russia's Vladimir Putin may test Norway, urging preparedness rather than fear in supporting Ukraine against potential threats. Støre broke his usual silence on concrete threats, reflecting a delicate balance as the government holds classified intelligence. Western agencies believe an attack on NATO could occur within months, not years, as Putin seeks to punish weapons-supplying nations like Norway. Risks include hybrid warfare—sabotage, cyberattacks, or migrant pressure—targeting critical infrastructure such as arms factories, oil installations, and cables. Norway must accept higher costs to defend its values and democracy.