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Statement by State Secretary Andreas Kravik on the Strait of Hormuz

30/06/2026 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

‘It is very welcoming news that all vessels with Norwegian affiliations that wished to do so have now finally been able to transit the Strait of Hormuz. For Norway’s maritime industry, the past months have been exceptionally challenging‘, says State

Prime Minister Støre in Kyiv: Long-term support for Ukraine is vital

24/02/2026 Press release Office of the Prime Minister

Four years after Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre is visiting Kyiv to reaffirm Norway’s unwavering support for Ukraine’s fight for freedom. He took the opportunity to announce how Norway’s military support for

Nordic and Baltic countries working together to secure energy supplies for Ukraine

24/02/2026 Press release Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Energy

The leaders of the Nordic and Baltic countries gathered in Kyiv today to mark four years since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The countries are working together to strengthen Ukraine’s energy security and to protect critical

Mona Juul Steps Down as Ambassador

09/02/2026 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

'This is the right and necessary decision. It follows discussions with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs this week. Juul’s contact with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein revealed a serious lapse in judgment. The situation makes it difficult to

Changes among the state secretaries

07/05/2026 Press release Office of the Prime Minister

In today’s Council of State, the King has appointed Mr. Ole Martin Juul Slyngstadli as acting state secretary to Minister of Health and Care services, Mr. Jan Christian Vestre, in the period that state secretary, Mr. Karl Kristian Bekeng, settles

Norway increases support for victims of the war in the Middle East

13/03/2026 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Norway is allocating NOK 25 million (approximately USD 2.5 million) from the humanitarian reserve to alleviate the humanitarian situation in the region. The funds will be disbursed to the Red Cross and the UN.

Changes among the state secretaries

21/08/2026 Press release Office of the Prime Minister

In today’s Council of State, the Crown Prince Regent has honourably discharged Mr. Kristoffer Thoner as state secretary to Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

NOK 203 million in new funding for the Red Cross’s efforts for Ukraine

22/05/2026 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

When drones and missiles strike residential areas in Ukraine, Red Cross volunteers are among the first on the scene to get people to safety. Norway is now providing 203 million kroner to support their efforts to meet the urgent humanitarian needs of

Norway imposes additional sanctions and measures against violent settlers in the West Bank

09/06/2026 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

“Violence by settlers in Palestine has reached extreme levels. Palestinians are being killed and injured, homes and private property are being demolished, and entire communities are being destroyed. At the same time, the Israeli Government is

Clear UN Support for Legal Climate Obligations

10/06/2026 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Climate and Environment

Norway voted in favor when the UN General Assembly on 20 May adopted a resolution welcoming the International Court of Justice’s (ICJ) advisory opinion on states’ obligations in the face of climate change.

Norway Strengthens Efforts Against Landmines and Explosives Globally

06/08/2026 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Norway commits NOK 580 million to humanitarian efforts aimed at protecting civilians from landmines and explosive remnants of war. The funding will also cover victim assistance and advocacy to strengthen international norms and legal instruments,

The US introduces a new tariff rate on goods from Norway

28/07/2026 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The US has announced new tariff rates on goods from a number of countries, including Norway. Norwegian goods subject to the measure will face an additional tariff of 12.5 per cent. This replaces the global additional tariff of 10 per cent, which

Practical Information for the Media Following the Passing of His Majesty King Harald V

28/08/2026 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Information for the Media Following the Passing of His Majesty King Harald V.

Press information: Guest List for the Funeral of King Harald V

09/09/2026 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The guest list for the funeral of King Harald V is now available.

IMO Honours Rescue Diver Adrian Willyson Brask

08/07/2026 News story Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Fisheries

The 2026 IMO Award for Exceptional Bravery at Sea will be presented posthumously to Adrian Willyson Brask. The award is presented annually by the International Maritime Organization (IMO), the United Nations specialized agency for shipping, to

Opening of the National Memorial Site for 22 July at the Government Quarter

18/07/2026 Press release Ministry of Digitalisation and Public Governance

The national memorial site commemorating the events of 22 July 2011 will be officially opened at the Government Quarter on Sunday, 19 July, at 3:00 p.m. His Royal Highness Crown Prince Haakon, Minister of Digitalisation and Public Governance

Prime Minister Støre met with President Zelensky in Kyiv

25/02/2026 News story Office of the Prime Minister

Today, Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky had a bilateral meeting in Kyiv. They discussed Ukraine’s fight to defend itself and Norway’s support to Ukraine. The two leaders agreed to develop a strategic

Threat level in Norway remains unchanged

03/03/2026 News story Ministry of Justice and Public Security

The police and the Norwegian Police Security Service (PST) continuously assess the very serious situation linked to Iran and its impact on Norway. PST assesses the threat level in Norway as unchanged.

The Government proposes new procedural rules for collective protection

27/03/2026 News story Ministry of Justice and Public Security

Today, the Government is presenting a bill proposing amendments to the procedural rules governing collective protection. The purpose of the proposals is to facilitate more efficient case processing within the immigration authorities.

Guidance for the period of national mourning

28/08/2026 News story Office of the Prime Minister

The Government has declared a period of national mourning from today until after the funeral for King Harald has been held.