In just two weeks, Fritt Ukraina delivered life-saving equipment to several of the most active units on the Ukrainian front. The shipment included vehicles, drones, Starlink equipment, and large power banks, and went to units that Fritt Ukraina has closely supported over time. Key partners such as Support Ukraine and Robymo also played an important role in making the delivery possible.
Fritt Ukraina was recently awarded the Sønsteby Prize 2026. Shortly after, the organization visited a Ukrainian command center at the frontline, named “Gunnar” in honor of Gunnar Sønsteby—a Norwegian resistance fighter during World War II known for his leadership and courage—and the Norwegian support for Ukraine’s fight for freedom.
The Sønsteby Prize 2026 is awarded to Fritt Ukraina, which since its founding in 2022 has made a remarkable contribution to the vital fight for democracy on our continent in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
With support from Norway, Ukraine has developed and is now producing its second interceptor drone to protect against Russian surveillance drones.
Fritt Ukraina, in close cooperation with People’s Self-Defence Lviv, has assisted in the procurement of 20 heavy-duty trucks for Ukrainian military units. The value of the delivery exceeds 18 million Ukrainian hryvnia, or around 4.3 million Norwegian kroner.
Fritt Ukraina has recently delivered electronic drone-protection equipment to Ukrainian forces with a total value exceeding NOK 11 million (1,1 Mill. USD). The equipment is mounted on vehicles and used… Read More »Electronic drone protection saves lives
Two Bergen-built medical field containers have been delivered to the Ukrainian frontline as part of Fritt Ukraina’s 100th mission — a milestone made possible by football supporters, volunteers, and Norwegian donors.
Thanks to support from Fritt Ukraina, an evacuation unit within Ukraine’s military intelligence service, HUR, has received modern equipment that enables life-saving blood transfusions directly in the field. The equipment… Read More »New blood transfusion equipment saves lives on the front line
Fritt Ukraina recently completed a delivery of 300 Starlink terminals to Ukraine’s military intelligence service, HUR. This delivery was part of Fritt Ukraina’s transport number 90, which went east to… Read More »300 Starlink terminals delivered to HUR
After losing his arm in combat, Yan returned to serve with the “Angels,” a unit in Ukraine’s Third Assault Brigade. They help wounded soldiers rebuild their lives and ensure fallen comrades comes home. Drawing on his own experience, Yan now supports others through recovery and shows that even after loss, there can be new beginnings.