Brigadier John Olav Fuglem appointed new commander of the Army
John Olav Fuglem, who led the Finnmark Brigade since its creation, has been named head of the Army.
The former commander of the Finnmark Brigade, established in August 2025, will now serve as the Army's chief. Defense Minister Tore O. Sandvik congratulated Fuglem on the appointment and wished him success in the role. The position is a six-year term following a recent amendment to military officer regulations.
Why it matters
The change places a seasoned officer at the helm of the nation's Army during a period of structural reform.
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