Foreign Minister Eide talking with Palestine's Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh
News story | Date: 02/11/2023 | Ministry of Foreign Affairs
'In a phone call with PM Shtayyeh, I expressed my deepest condolences for all civilians killed and injured over the last few weeks. Norway has called for de-escalating the conflict and humanitarian truce to protect and assist civilians in Gaza. I stressed the need for assistance to get Norwegian nationals out safely', said Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide.
'I reaffirmef Norway's strong support to the Palestinian Authority,. Well-functioning Palestinian institutions and service delivery are crucial to avoid further destabilisation and preserve the objective of the two-state solution. We remain committed, including as chair of the AHLC.'
'I also expressed our deep concern about the sharp increase in settler violence in the West Bank which has led to high numbers of civilian casualties and the displacement of Palestinian communities', said Eide.