The Norwegian People's Aid is deeply concerned about the recent joint announcement by the Ministries of Defense of Poland, Lithuania, Estonia, and Latvia, recommending a withdrawal from the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention (APMBC). A step that puts the protection of civilians at great risk and undermines the importance of international humanitarian law (IHL).

The Nuclear Weapons Ban Monitor published by Norwegian People’s Aid in cooperation with the Federation of American Scientists shows the number of nuclear weapons available for use has increased from 9,585 at the beginning of 2024 to 9,604 at the beginning of 2025.

Norwegian People's Aid has been informed by the US Department of State (USDOS) that work in some projects supported by the US can be temporarily resumed.

Since 2014, Ukraine has been heavily impacted by armed conflict, notably after Russia's annexation of Crimea. The situation escalated significantly on February 24, 2022, when Russia launched a large-scale military operation targeting Ukraine’s eastern, southern, and central regions. The invasion has been marked by widespread use of explosive weapons, including landmines, cluster munitions, and aerial bombings, posing a severe threat to civilian lives.

— Norwegian humanitarian funding is crucial, especially in view of the US aid freeze, says Secretary General Raymond Johansen. — Norway is known as a flexible and responsive partner, choosing to stand by its principles at a time when many countries are withdrawing from international humanitarian responsibilities.

This publication highlights how NPA’s CVE Toolbox & Social Reintegration Programs are tackling radicalisation at its roots, reinforcing our efforts to counter violent extremism and establish sustainable reintegration pathways in NES.