Norway

Norway:

Man arrested after suspicious activity near Trondheim synagogue

Norwegian police arrest suspect after incident near synagogue in Trondheim; second person sought following vehicle chase from city

No injuries

Loud blast heard near US Embassy in Oslo

Loud blast heard near the US Embassy in Oslo, prompting a large police response. Authorities say no injuries reported.

11 nations condemn demolition of UNRWA headquarters in Jerusalem

11 nations condemn Israel's demolition of UNRWA's Jerusalem headquarters, urging adherence to international law and calling for unimpeded humanitarian aid delivery to Gaza and Judea and Samaria.

European states condemn Israeli law cutting utilities to UNRWA

Seven European countries condemn Israel’s new law blocking utilities to UNRWA, warning of humanitarian risks, as Energy Minister Eli Cohen orders preparations to disconnect the agency’s facilities.

Western states condemn approval of new Judea, Samaria communities

A group of Western and allied countries condemned Israel’s approval of 19 new communities in Judea and Samaria, calling the move unilateral and harmful to regional stability and peace efforts.

Reprimand issued to Norwegian Ambassador in Israel

At the instruction of the Foreign Minister, Norway’s ambassador to Israel is summoned for a sharp reprimand following his Prime Minister’s participation in an anti-Israel event.

Norway targets Israel at UN after ICJ Gaza aid decision

Norway to propose a UN resolution demanding Israel lift Gaza aid restrictions, citing ICJ ruling that Israel must allow Gaza aid via UNRWA.

Over Israel

Trump admin condemns Norway’s divestment from Caterpillar

US condemns Norway’s $2T wealth fund for divesting from Caterpillar over alleged IDF use in Gaza. Trump officials call claims “illegitimate”.

'Beyond offensive'

Sen. Graham warns Norway over Caterpillar ban

Norway’s PM contacts Senator Graham after its $2 trillion fund dropped Caterpillar over ethics concerns tied to Israel. Norway insists the decision is apolitical.

Norway's wealth fund blacklists Caterpillar, five Israeli banks

Norway's $2 trillion wealth fund divests from US group Caterpillar and five Israeli banks on "ethics grounds," citing an "unacceptable risk" of contributing to rights violations in Gaza.

Norway's wealth fund excludes more Israeli companies

Norway's $2 trillion sovereign wealth fund will exclude six more Israeli companies, adding to the growing list of divestments.

Over Gaza concerns

Norway’s wealth fund cuts ties with Israeli firms

Norway’s sovereign wealth fund sells shares in 11 Israeli companies, citing the Gaza crisis. It will now manage Israeli investments in-house and end contracts with local managers.

Norway’s $2 trillion fund to review Israeli investments

Norway’s $2 trillion sovereign wealth fund will review its Israeli investments amid growing ethical concerns over the Gaza conflict.

Norway reviews fund over ties to Israeli defense company

Norway launches a review of its $1.9 trillion wealth fund after reports revealed investment in an Israeli firm tied to the IDF.

Norway

Watch: Hatikva rings out as Israeli athlete wins gold

Israeli sprinter clocks 20.64 seconds to defend 200m title at U-23 Championships in Norway, as Hatikva plays during medal ceremony.

Fallen lone soldier to be laid to rest at Mount Herzl

Dan, an 18-year-old lone soldier from Oslo, made Aliyah to serve in the IDF and passed away prematurely during his training. His family asks the public to pay respects as he is laid to rest at Mt. Herzl cemetery.

Fmr. Amb. Friedman:

Should millions of Americans expect sanctions too?

According to Former US Ambassador to Israel David Friedman, millions of Americans, including many in the Trump admin, oppose a Palestinian state, and therefore should be subject to sanctions by the UK and other countries.

Norway:

Parliament to reject broad boycott of Israeli-linked firms

Norway's parliament will reject calls for its $1.8 trillion wealth fund to impose a blanket boycott on companies operating in "occupied Palestinian territories."

Over Judea and Samaria

Norway’s wealth fund dumps Israeli fuel firm

Norway’s sovereign wealth fund divests from Israeli fuel company Paz due to its operations serving Jewish communities in Judea and Samaria.

Norwegian Israel Allies Caucus relaunches

Oslo Symposium 2025 and relaunch of the Norwegian Israel Allies Caucus to coincide in order to strengthen ties and combat antisemitism in Norway. Key political leaders and Christian allies unite in Oslo in defense of Israel.

Due to service to 'settlements'

Norway wealth fund divests from Israel's Bezeq

Norway's sovereign wealth fund, the largest in the world, divests all its shares in Israel's largest telecom company Bezeq, citing the company’s provision of telecom services to “Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank”.

Nordic countries concerned over anti-UNRWA legislation

Five Nordic countries criticize bills against UNRWA introduced in the Knesset, say they "may fundamentally jeopardize the prospects for a two-state solution".

Amid heightened alert:

Norway implementing temporary border checks

The decision follows the raising of Norway's threat level to "high" due to threats to Jewish and Israeli targets.

Risk to Jews and Israelis

Norway raises terror threat level to second-highest tier

Norway elevates terrorism threat level to the second-highest tier, cites heightened risk of attacks targeting Jewish and Israeli interests. Norwegian police officers, who typically do not carry firearms, will now be armed across the country.

Hezbollah pager explosions

Norway issues warrant for suspect connected to pager supply chain

Rinson Jose is a founder of Norta Global Ltd, the Bulgarian company that was reportedly part of the pager supply chain.

Oslo:

Police 'rescue' wax statue of Netanyahu

Concerned civilian calls police after seeing what he thought was a lifeless body in the back of a car, but was a wax sculpture of the Israeli prime minister.

Foreign Ministry:

Norway's 'extremist policy' renders it unable to be a partner

Norwegian government's recent decision has led it to 'lose Israel's trust and the special role it has played since the Oslo Accords,' Israel's Foreign Ministry explains.

Following recognition of 'Palestine'

Israel's unusual action against Norway

Foreign Minister Israel Katz ordered revocation of diplomatic status of eight Norwegian representatives who are managing relations with the Palestinian Authority. 'Anyone who attacks us, manages unilateral policy against us, will pay a price.'

Norwegian street artist defends mural of Anne Frank in a keffiyeh

Norwegian street artist Töddel, who depicted Anne Frank in mural, claims she would have supported demand for Israel to end fighting in Gaza.

Norway tells citizens to leave Lebanon after Majdal Shams attack

Norwegian Foreign Ministry advises all citizens in Lebanon to leave after Hezbollah murders 12 children at Israeli soccer field, fearing further escalation.

Mural of Anne Frank wearing keffiyeh displayed in Norway

Street artist depicts Jewish girl murdered during the Holocaust to Gazans in piece accusing Israel of genocide.

Israel rejects Norwegian Foreign Minister's request to visit

Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide requests to visit Israel - and receives an official rejection from Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz.

Norway to increase its funding to UNRWA

Norway says it is increasing its funding to UN agency for “Palestinian refugees” by 100 million kroner.

The toddler diplomats – Spain, Norway, and Ireland

Spain, Norway, and Ireland share some common experiences that may shed light on their Palestinian Arab advocacy and contempt for Israel. Opinion.

Spain, Norway and Ireland formally recognize Palestinian state

The formal recognition comes several days after the three countries announced their intention to do so.

After recognizing 'Palestine':

Norway hands diplomatic papers to PA cabinet leader

Norway hands over diplomatic papers to PA cabinet leader Mohammad Mustafa , the latest step toward recognizing a Palestinian state.

Germany and Portugal:

'Now is not the time to recognize a Palestinian state'

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Portuguese Prime Minister Luis Montenegro say the time is not ripe to recognize a Palestinian state, after three other European countries did so.

Ambassador Erdan:

'You recognized an entity of murderers, rapists, and kidnappers'

Israel's Ambassador to the UN condemned Norway, Ireland, and Spain for recognizing a Palestinian state and commented on the video showing the abduction of IDF lookouts on October 7th.

Report:

Israel's first steps against countries that recognized PA state

In addition to summoning the ambassadors of the countries that today recognized a Palestinian state, Israel will exclude the representatives from these countries from official briefings.

Norway, Ireland, Spain announce recognition of Palestinian state

Israeli Ambassadors to Norway and Ireland recalled over countries' move to recognize state of Palestine. 'The message they send is that terrorism pays.'

Foreign Ministry:

'Shocking Norway won't call Hamas terrorists after Oct. 7'

Foreign Ministry spokesman Lior Haiat says Norway is the only like-minded nation' that maintains relations with Hamas, continues to favor Hamas over Israel despite massacre.

Iraqi who burned Quran in Sweden to leave the country

Iraqi refugee Salwan Momika, who stoked outrage by burning Quran, says he will seek refuge in Norway after Sweden revoked his residency permit.

After agreement with Israel:

Norway transfers PA tax money

Norway says PA received 407 million shekels from Israel as part of deal to release the frozen tax funds through Norway.

Norway to assist in transferring PA funds

Norway agrees to help facilitate the transfer of frozen tax funds earmarked for the PA that were collected by Israel.

Norway adds funding to UNRWA

The Norwegian government will transfer the equivalent of 26M US dollars to the organization after several other countries stopped funding it.

Despite the allegations

Norwegian MP nominates UNRWA for Nobel Peace Prize

Norwegian politician says he nominated UNRWA for the Nobel Peace Prize: Their work has been crucial for over 70 years.

Smotrich:

'Not a single shekel will go to Gaza'

PA reportedly plans to bypass, with the help of Norway, Minister Smotrich's decision to delay transfer of funds to Gaza.

Islamist extremism and progressives - two sides of one coin

Norway seems to be going down the road to the totalitarian control of non-progressive ideas. How does that differ from the Taliban? Op-ed.

Boycotting Judea and Samaria:

Norwegian fund seeks to stop investing in Israel

Government Pension Fund of Norway stops investments in Israel until it is assured that its funds will not be invested in Judea and Samaria.

Russian 'spies' apprehended in Norway

Drones have been spotted above some of Norway's most critical national assets.

Bridge collapses in Norway, sending car plunging into river

Wooden bridge collapses suddenly, with car and truck sliding off into the river.

'No justification' for not allowing minorities to mark holidays

Chief Rabbi Pinchas Goldschmidt responds to decision to sentence elderly Nazi, throws support behind Norway Jews.

Jews petition Norwegian court for recognition of Jewish holidays

Norwegian Jews seek changes to national calendar that ignores most of their holidays.

Norway: Two killed, over 20 injured, at Oslo nightclub

Suspect was arrested shortly after the shooting, security official says.

Free occupied Svalbard!

Free it from the folks who brought us Oslo, who have now jumped on the labeling bandwagon.

Prof. Kontorovich:

'Norway's decision is about discriminating against Israel'

International Law expert Professor Eugene Kontorovich says Norway's labelling of Yesha products not based on international law.

Norway to label products originating in Judea and Samaria

Norway government demands Israeli products be marked with where in Israel they were produced, to avoid 'misleading' customers.

Special meeting in Manhattan:

Norway Princess visits home of Rabbi Yoshiyahu Pinto

Norway's Princess Märtha Louise visits Rabbi Yoshiyahu Pinto to ask his blessing and advice on various issues.

Norwegian mass murderer Anders Breivik denied parole

Norwegian court rules that Breivik poses equal risk to time of sentencing, 11 years ago.

Prosecutor: Norway murderer still very dangerous

Prosecutor in Norway says mass murderer Anders Behring Breivik shouldn't be released from prison.