Norway closes its embassy in Syria

The Norwegian Embassy in Damascus has been closed until further notice because of the security situation.

“We have decided to close the embassy in Damascus because of the security situation. A Norwegian diplomat will stay in Damascus in order to maintain contact with political actors and report on the situation in the country. The diplomat will be attached to the Danish Embassy,” said Foreign Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

This arrangement is a continuation of the close cooperation between Nordic countries’ foreign services.