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.

After 25 years of living with the constant threat of unexploded ordnance, Mrs. Thung Phoeurn and her community in Ban Pong Village, Ratanakiri, can finally expand their agricultural activities without fear. This remarkable transformation is thanks to the dedicated efforts of the Norwegian People’s Aid (NPA), which has been working tirelessly in the region since 2013.