Norway Grabs 8,000 Fuzes in $130M Artillery Upgrade
Published Date: 1/12/2026
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Summary
The U.S. Department of Defense is notifying Congress about a big arms sale to Norway worth $130 million. Norway wants to buy over 8,000 advanced artillery fuzes and related gear, pushing the deal above the usual reporting limit. This update means the whole package now needs official approval and public notice.
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