# Head of the Norwegian Joint Headquarters met Russian FSB chief in Kirkenes

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- Published: 2026-11-06
- Type: News brief · Country: norway
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- Tags: forsvarets operative hovedkvarter, foh, fsb, kirkenes, norway, nato, rune andersen, andrei kudimov

> The head of Norway's Joint Headquarters, Rune Andersen, has held a planned meeting with Andrei Kudimov, chief of the FSB's Border Directorate, on border cooperation, maritime safety and sea rescue.

Rune Andersen, chief of the *Norwegian Joint Headquarters* (Forsvarets operative hovedkvarter, FOH), visited Kirkenes (northern Norway) during the week. There, he had a planned meeting with Andrei Kudimov, head of the border directorate of the Russian security service FSB. The meeting concerned border cooperation, maritime safety and sea rescue, according to the Norwegian Armed Forces (Forsvaret). During the visit, Andersen also met conscripts and officers who protect NATO's northern flank.

## FAQ

**Who met during the Chief of FOH's visit to Kirkenes?**

Rune Andersen, Chief of the Norwegian Armed Forces Operational Headquarters (Forsvarets operative hovedkvarter), met Andrei Kudimov, head of the border directorate of the Russian security service FSB. The meeting was planned and took place in Kirkenes during the week. It was confirmed by the Norwegian Armed Forces themselves. Last fact-checked: 2026-11-06.

**What was the meeting between Andersen and Kudimov about?**

The meeting concerned border cooperation, maritime safety and sea rescue, according to information from the Norwegian Armed Forces. The discussion therefore dealt with practical issues linked to the border area between Norway and Russia. No further details about the content of the meeting have been disclosed. Last fact-checked: 2026-11-06.

**What else did Rune Andersen do during the visit to Kirkenes?**

In addition to the meeting with the FSB chief, Andersen also met conscripts and officers who defend NATO's northern flank. The visit to Kirkenes therefore included both diplomatic contacts and contact with military personnel on site. Last fact-checked: 2026-11-06.

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