Norway

Norway to ban circumcision?

'This is an anti-Jewish decision.' Norwegian Progressive Party introduces bill to ban circumcision for all males under 16.

Explosive device neutralized in Oslo

Police in Norway neutralize explosive device in downtown Oslo, arrest suspect.

Norway's FM:

'Two-state solution is under pressure'

Norway's Foreign Minister says only two-state solution can lead to lasting peace.

PM to Norwegian FM: Paris conference 'a relic of the past'

Netanyahu: 'It's not going to obligate us.' Brende: 'We'll be there, but we'll make sure there's a nuanced outcome.'

Norway public broadcaster apologizes for spoofing Holocaust

Norway’s public broadcaster apologizes for referencing Holocaust in a satirical cartoon about the financial situation of university students

Norwegian city approves 'settlement' boycott

City of Tromso in Norway adopts a resolution calling for a boycott of products made in Judea, Samaria, eastern Jerusalem and the Golan.

Norway concerned over Israel's Regulation Law

Norway says Regulation Law "casts doubts" about Israel's support for the two-state solution.

'No usable evidence' in investigation into stolen Dachau sign

Norway police admit the investigation into how an iron gate stolen from Dachau ended up in western Norway is complicated.

Stolen Dachau sign located two years later

Iron gate with the slogan “Arbeit macht frei” from Dachau concentration camp found in Norway two years after it was stolen.

Church of Norway condemns Martin Luther’s anti-Jewish legacy

The Church of Norway, the state’s Lutheran church, condemned church founder Martin Luther’s anti-Jewish legacy.

Norway city council approves boycott of Israeli goods

Third largest city in Norway approves ban on products from Israeli 'settlements'.

Norway seeks ban on burqas in classrooms

Norway's government announces plans to ban the full-face Islamic veil from classrooms and university lecture halls.

Foreign Ministry blasts Norwegian video: 'Like Nazi propaganda'

Apparently fake video in the name of National Theater of Norway condemning the 'occupation' elicits comparisons to Goebbels' propaganda.

323 reindeer killed by lightning

Hunters in Norway discovered an entire herd of dead deer, apparently struck by lightning. Experts explain the hows and whys.

Oslo police seek man behind bomb scare at main synagogue

Man seen planting empty suitcase outside Norwegian capital's main synagogue in suspected hate crime.

Norway grills Abbas over his terror funding

Israel thanks Norway after its FM grills Abbas on PA's terrorist salaries using foreign funds, following explosive PMW report.

Abbas admits he still pays terrorists' salaries

PA chairman lets slip in meeting with Norwegian FM that he violated a 2014 pledge to stop the practice.

Norwegian rappers slammed for using 'Jew' as an insult

Popular rap duo Karpe Diem use 'Jew' and 'Ariel Sharon' as insult in latest single, drawing sharp condemnation.

Exclusive

Norwegian Ambassador meets with Hamas terror chief

Ambassador to Lebanon promises to help 'Palestinian refugees' in meeting with Hamas official who openly incites current terror wave.

Norwegian Killer Anders Brievik Threatens Hunger Strike

Murderer of 77 warns he will strike until he dies if jail conditions not improved, complaining he can't continue university courses.

Norwegian Bank Apologizes for Anti-Semitic Stamp

Norway's largest bank admits system failure in allowing grossly anti-Semitic imagery to appear on stamp; image removed from database.

Norwegian Posed with Guns in Syria for 'Humanitarian Work'

Norway looking to sentence jihadist who fought for ISIS and Al Qaeda - he claims he was in Syria for 'humanitarian' efforts.

Norway to Welcome 8,000 Syrians by Late 2017

Oslo calls on other European countries to welcome Syrian refugees, following UNHCR guidelines.

Norwegian FM Warns Netanyahu: Pressure on Israel Forthcoming

FM Brende advises Netanyahu that international pressure over Palestinian issue will only increase after Iran nuclear deal signed.

Hotovely: There is a Consensus in Israel Regarding Jerusalem

Deputy Foreign Minister meets Norwegian Foreign, tells him Israelis agree that Jerusalem must remain united.

Three Norwegians Sent to Prison for Belonging to ISIS

Three Norwegians receive prison sentences ranging from seven months to almost five years for supporting or belonging to ISIS.

Norway Unlikely to Extradite Suspect in 1982 France Attack

Norway is unlikely to extradite a citizen suspected of links to a 1982 attack on a Jewish restaurant in Paris, says local official.

Trial of Suspected ISIS Jihadists Opens in Norway

Two Norwegians accused of fighting with ISIS charged with aiding a "terrorist organization" in an Oslo court.

Coexistence in Oslo?

Norwegian Muslims Surround Oslo Synagogue in 'Peace Circle'

Over 1,000 turn out to identify with Jews following Muslim terror attacks on Jews, Jewish leader calls 'look to Norway' - but is he right?

Norwegian Muslim 'Ring of Peace' Gains Steam

2,500 people sign up to circle Oslo synagogue in response to Copenhagen attack, to 'stand with the Jewish people.'

Muslim 'Ring of Peace' to Encircle Oslo Synagogue

Norwegian Muslims plan solidarity event after Copenhagen shooting to show 'Muslims don't support terrorism,' amid high local anti-Semitism.

Denmark Vows to Stay 'On Frontline' against ISIS Jihadists

Danish government says it won't be cowed by attacks n France; Denmark and Norway investigating terror threats by Islamists

Norwegian NGO Funds Exhibit Erasing Israel from Map

Maps exhibit presents Israel as 'Palestine' from NGO partnered with major US government, EU organizations.

Anti-Israel Norweigan Doctor Handed Gaza Life Ban

Israel cites security in blocking Mads Gilbert, co-author of anti-Semitic flap letter who was in Hamas hideout hospital during operation.

Jewish Graves Vandalized in Norway Cemetery

A Jewish cemetery was desecrated last week following statements earlier in the month of rising anti-Semitism in Norway.

Norway: Jew? 'A Common Curse'

President of the Jewish community in Norway suggests that anti-Semitism is growing and in many schools 'Jew' has become a curse.

Norway: ISIS Terrorists 'Planned to Behead Entire Family'

Islamists planned to break into random home and murder entire family, publish video as 'warning' to West. Similar plot foiled in Australia.

Netanyahu, Norwegian Foreign Minister Focus on IS Threat

Terrorism, not Operation Protective Edge, takes center stage during diplomatic meeting as concerns over IS escalate.

Rivlin: 'Rebuilding Gaza Without Disarmament Will Bring War'

President speaks about reconstruction of Hamas enclave with Norwegian FM, who links situation with Islamic State.

Norway and Egypt Gathering Funds to Rebuild Gaza

Norway to gather international donors in Cairo, transfer funds to Abbas in order to rebuild after Hamas's terror war.

Report: Norway, Turkey Offered Gaza Seaport to Hamas

Hamas's demands for unlimited transportation and import power allegedly garnering international support as talks continue.

Norway Takes Security Precautions After Jihadi Terror Threat

Norwegian intelligence say they were informed of 'terror attack' by jihadists returning from Syria.

Norway Calls on 'Occupier' Israel to Show Restraint

Norway’s Foreign Minister warns against an escalation between Israel and the PA, says Israel has responsibility to show restraint.

Norway Delays International Funding Meeting for PA

Norway says 'the situation is not conducive' to AHLC donor meeting, in light of the kidnapping by PA 'unity partner' Hamas.

Protests in Norway as Peres Visits

About 15 protesters tried to interfere with the visit near the royal plalace, 250 leftists stood near the parliament.

Peres Has 'Fond Memories of Oslo'

On a visit to Norway, President Shimon Peres discusses trip he took to the country over 20 years ago which changed Israel.

Norway Faces Danger from Syrian Jihadists

Norway’s intelligence agency says it fears an increased “terrorist threat” due to Norwegian nationals fighting in Syria.

European Banks Boycott Israeli Banks Because of 'Settlements'

Two of the largest banks in northern Europe announce they will boycott Israeli banks because they operate in “occupied territories”.

Norway's Investment Fund Boycotts Israeli Companies

State-owned investment fund, largest in world, boycotts two companies for construction in Jerusalem.

Norwegian Collaborators Persecuted Jews in Holocaust

Norway Delegation: Israel Belongs to the Jews

Christian leaders ask forgiveness over Norway's attitude, pledge support for Israel, perhaps in new Christian political party.

Norway FM Assures Circumcision Ban Will Not Happen

FM Brende reassures Simon Wiesenthal Center, which is concerned over a proposed ban on ritual circumcision.

Christian Foes and Friends of Israel in Norway

Norway to Support Destruction of Syrian Chemical Weapons

Norway says it will offer logistical support for the destruction of Syria's chemical weapons arsenal.

Rabbi: Norway's Circumcision Ban is Jewish Exclusion

Rabbi Margolin, General Director of EJA, calls Norway's proposed circumcision ban nothing more than 'Jewish exclusion.'

A Norwegian Diplomat Who Only Harms HIs Country's Image

US, Russia Seek Norway Help To Destroy Syrian Chemical Arms

Norway's political stability and water make the Scandinavian country eligible for the task of destroying Syria's WMD's.

Norwegian Foreign Minister Visits Israel

During a friendly meeting with the largest donor country to the PA, Israeli Deputy Foreign Minister Elkin condemns PA hate education.

Jew-hatred Today in Norway’s Island of Massacre

Israel's Sweden Ambassador Compares Arab Terrorists to Breivik

Israel’s ambassador to Sweden causes an uproar after comparing Israel’s release of terrorists to Norway releasing Breivik.