Bordering Russia, Norway adopts ‘total defence’ mode with focus on civil readiness
Norway is enhancing its civil defense preparedness, including upgrading its network of 18,600 air raid shelters, which currently can accommodate less than half of the nation's population. The government aims to reintroduce mandatory air raid shelters in new large buildings, a policy that was discontinued after the Cold War. This move reflects concerns about potential threats, with the Prime Minister having previously stated that war could return to Norway. AI
