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Statement by Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide on settler violence in the West Bank

24/04/2024 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

I am deeply alarmed by the recent surge in settler violence against Palestinians in the West Bank. Civilians are killed, homes and private property have been destroyed, and entire communities have been uprooted.

Rolf Folland new head of the Norwegian Military Mission in Brussels

14/06/2024 News story Ministry of Defence

Rolf Folland has today been appointed as lieutenant general and new head of the Norwegian Military Mission in Brussels.

Statement on schools in Gaza

18/04/2024 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

All schools in Gaza have been closed for 625,000 students for 6 months. Norway is deeply troubled that nearly 90% of schools in Gaza are damaged or destroyed.

Revised National Budget: The Norwegian Defence Boost Begins Now

14/05/2024 News story Ministry of Defence

The government's most fundamental task is to ensure the security of people living in Norway. Therefore, we prioritise defence, security, and preparedness, especially in a more serious security situation. In the revised national budget, the

The fight against hunger: Norway backs African Soil Health Initiative

08/05/2024 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The African soil has never been meager, contributing to the growing hunger on the continent. Norway is investing NOK 33 million in research and knowledge sharing, to boost implementation of an ambitious action plan to improve soil health and thus

Norway votes in support of granting Palestine full membership status in the UN

10/05/2024 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The resolution states that Palestine is fully qualified for membership in the United Nations and recommends that the Security Council reconsiders the matter favourably. Pending the approval of such membership, the resolution, which was adopted by a

Norway to provide NOK 1.7 billion in support to Syria

16/06/2023 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

‘The humanitarian situation in Syria remains critical and continues to deteriorate. Norway will provide approximately NOK 1.7 billion in support to assist those affected by war, earthquakes and a steep rise in food prices in Syria, Lebanon, Jordan

Regrettable that Lithuania withdraws from Convention on Cluster Munitions

18/07/2024 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

‘It is regrettable that Lithuania has taken the decision today to withdraw from the Convention on Cluster Munitions. Even though the security situation in Europe has changed due to Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine, it is vital that states

Norway providing support to flood victims in Ukraine

12/06/2023 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Justice and Public Security

‘Norway is increasing its humanitarian support and sending equipment to help the many thousands of people affected by the flooding following the collapse of the Kakhovka dam,’ said Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt.

Ten Years, Ten Nations: One Initiative

26/09/2024 News story Ministry of Defence

This year, the Combined Space Operations (CSpO) Initiative celebrated ten years of working together to lead as responsible space actors.

Roadmap for ramping up production capacity in the defence industry: Norwegian Government earmarks NOK 967 million for boosting the defence industry

10/10/2024 News story Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Fisheries

The Norwegian defence industry produces important materiel for Norway, Ukraine and its allies, but the current production capacity is insufficient to meet needs. The Minister of Defence and the Minister of Trade and Industry today announced the

Donations from Norway to Ukraine for around NOK 1 billion

26/04/2024 News story Ministry of Defence

‘The war in Ukraine continues with high intensity. Norway has provided critical material to Ukraine to support them in their fight against Russia. We and our allies are clear about our long-term support for Ukraine. Ukraine can count on Norway’s

Norway to invite France, Germany, UK and US to discussions on strategic partnership for new frigates for the Royal Norwegian Navy

19/11/2024 News story Ministry of Defence

The Norwegian Ministry of Defence today announced its intention to invite the French, German, British and US governments to begin discussions regarding a potential strategic partnership for deliveries of new frigates to replace the Royal Norwegian

New political adviser

21/10/2021 Press release Office of the Prime Minister

The Office of the Prime Minister has appointed Ms. Ingrid Nikoline Sand as political adviser to Minister of Local Government and Regional Development Bjørn Arild Gram.

Norway’s Rolf Einar Fife elected as member of the UN International Law Commission

12/11/2021 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Norway’s Ambassador to the European Union, Mr. Rolf Einar Fife, was today elected as a member of the United Nations International Law Commission (ILC). The election took place at the UN General Assembly in New York.

Statement from Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide on the Israeli Parliament's decision against the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine refugees (UNRWA)

28/10/2024 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

'Norway strongly rejects the legislation adopted by the Knesset today, which will make it impossible for UNRWA to operate in Palestine', said Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide