Jan H. Kalvik, Defence and Intelligence Norway

Editor In Chief, Defence and Intelligence Norway
Sjef, Norge.
E-mail: [email protected]

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Homeland Security Today and Narrative Strategies are proud to launch the first-ever Narrative Strategy Symposium to explore the defining challenges of our time: how narratives shape security, public trust, decision-making, and national resilience.

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Friday morning, at 6:35 a.m., His Majesty King Harald V, my father, whom I loved so dearly, passed away. We are in mourning. At the same time, it comforts and strengthens us to know so many people mourn with us.

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My thoughts and deepest sympathy are with the Queen and the entire Royal Family at this difficult time,’ said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre on learning of the death of King Harald V.

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KONGSBERG has signed a contract with General Dynamics Land Systems–Canada (‘GDLS-Canada’) valued at NOK 1.1 billion for the delivery of PROTECTOR RS4 Remote Weapon Systems.
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KONGSBERG has signed a contract with General Dynamics Land Systems–Canada (‘GDLS-Canada’) valued at NOK 1.1 billion for the delivery of PROTECTOR RS4 Remote Weapon Systems. https://t.co/WJkcBu6lVt

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“By delivering cutting-edge ammunition solutions, we are helping our customers stay ahead of evolving threats and meet future operational challenges,” said Morten Brandtzæg, President and CEO of Nammo.

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The increasing radicalisation of minors towards different forms of extremism is a serious concern that the Norwegian Police Security Service (PST) has been observing over time.
Vulnerable children and young people are often targeted for recruitment.

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Major General Lars Sivert Lervik was appointed Lieutenant General and the new Chief of the Norwegian Intelligence Service (Etterretningstjenesten/E-tjenesten) by the Council of State 7 August 2026.

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The Swedish Security Service (Säkerhetspolisen) has mapped and acted against a Russian intelligence operation aimed at influencing Swedish decision-making and discrediting Sweden.
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Drawing upon the Dark Tetrad of narcissism, Machiavellianism, psychopathy, and sadism, we examine the recurring patterns of manipulation, exploitation, cruelty, and humiliation across the emerging and elusive Nihilistic Violent Extremist (NVE) ecosystems.

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This year marks a significant milestone as Defence and Intelligence Norway proudly celebrates 20 years of dedicated service to the international defence, intelligence, security, law enforcement, and government communities.

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Europe’s rearmament debate must move beyond the simple question of spending more. The real question is whether Europe can arm intelligently enough to secure its future.
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On behalf of President Arne Gerrit Halvorsen and the Former Yugoslavia Balkan Group (FYBG), we are honoured to announce the initial preparations for the First International Balkan War Conference. Our highly respected Patron, General Sir Michal Rose will be our Keynote Speaker.

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We are humble proud to inform that General Sir Hugh Michael Rose was unanimously elected as Patron of the Former Yugoslavia Balkan Group during our 2025 Annual Meeting. https://t.co/zV7E9r4ZY6

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NATO’s ballistic missile defence system intercepted a ballistic missile launched from Iran that was targeting Türkiye. The successful interception demonstrated the system's operational effectiveness and its role in protecting Allied territory.

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“This is a new NATO and a new strategic reality, and we are seeing a shift in the United States’ focus. Europe must take far greater responsibility for its own defence.

#nato #norway #sweden #russia

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- Cold Response demonstrates that Norway and its allies can operate together under demanding conditions, thereby improving our ability to defend NATO’s northern flank, says Minister of Defence Tore O. Sandvik.

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#nato #ColdResponse26

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“When events occur in the Middle East, the world, Europe, and Norway are affected. Still, PST assesses the threat level in Norway as unchanged,” says Minister of Justice Astri Aas-Hansen (Labour Party).

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The United States and India announced today a comprehensive trade agreement under which President Donald Trump stated that India agreed to halt purchases of Russian oil and increase imports of U.S, plus broad tariff reductions on Indian goods.
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The terrorist threat landscape is more fragmented and complex than before. This is underscored by the fact that state actors may attempt to carry out terrorist attacks in Norway through proxy actors.

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