Førsteinnsatsen

Førsteinnsatsen is a Norwegian military doctrine that outlines the initial response to an invasion or attack on Norwegian territory. It is part of the broader Norwegian defense strategy and is designed to buy time for the Norwegian Armed Forces to mobilize and prepare for a full-scale defense.

The doctrine is based on the principle of delaying the enemy's advance to allow for the activation of the Norwegian Armed Forces' full potential. This is achieved through a combination of defensive measures, such as the use of coastal defenses, fortifications, and other obstacles, as well as offensive countermeasures, such as the deployment of special forces and other rapid reaction units.

The first phase of førsteinnsatsen focuses on the initial defense of key strategic locations, such as airfields, ports, and communication nodes. The goal is to prevent the enemy from gaining a foothold in Norway and to buy time for the Norwegian Armed Forces to mobilize and prepare for a full-scale defense.

The second phase of førsteinnsatsen involves the deployment of Norwegian Armed Forces units to engage the enemy in combat. This phase is characterized by a combination of defensive and offensive operations, with the goal of delaying the enemy's advance and buying time for the Norwegian Armed Forces to mobilize and prepare for a full-scale defense.

Førsteinnsatsen is a critical component of Norway's defense strategy, as it provides a framework for the initial response to an invasion or attack. It is designed to buy time for the Norwegian Armed Forces to mobilize and prepare for a full-scale defense, and to prevent the enemy from gaining a foothold in Norway. The doctrine is regularly reviewed and updated to ensure that it remains effective in the face of evolving threats.