Norway will allocate $7.8 billion to Ukraine for military and civilian needs in 2025, Defense Minister Rustem Umerov said.

"In Oslo, I had the honor of meeting with Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre. We discussed further support for Ukraine, in particular, $7.8 billion in aid that Norway will allocate this year for military and civilian needs," Umerov wrote on Facebook.

"The focus is on strengthening Ukraine's defense capabilities and strengthening Europe's security system. We considered strategic joint projects and priorities for the effective use of resources. Norway continues to stand shoulder to shoulder with Ukraine. Thank you for your support and leadership," the minister emphasized.