Why supporting Ukraine is ‘main priority’ for Norway’s defense chief this year
by Breaking Defense
Breaking Defense— “I have more sense of urgency in 2024 than I had in 2023” about how quickly Russia can rearm its military, Norway’s Chief of Defense, Gen. Eirik Kristoffersen, told Breaking Defense.
The Washington Times—Jens Stoltenberg, NATO chief: Supporting Ukraine a priority over replenishing military stockpiles. NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg said providing Ukraine with the firepower to beat back Russian invaders should be the priority for the alliance.
www.brainerddispatch.com—Reader Opinion: Where’s support for Ukraine?. Rep. Pete Stauber opposed supporting Ukraine, citing “fiscal prudence,” as this American ally and friend withers under Russian attacks on innocent civilians.
Bangor Daily News—Here are this year’s inductees to the Maine Swimming and Diving Hall of Fame. The class includes the first masters swimmer selected, an official with years of impressive national experience, and an interscholastic championship swimmer from the 1950s.