Norway

Norwegian Jews feel forced to hide identity, speak of ‘brutal’ alienation

The Hamas massacre is considered by many of the Jews interviewed to be a turning point in their life in Norway.

The Palestinian flag was raised in the courtyard outside Oslo City Hall on Wednesday morning in Oslo, Norway, November 29, 2023.
Supporters of the son of Iran's last shah, exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi, with Iranian pre-Islamic revolution of 1979 flags, during a protest rally in Vienna, with an Israel flag flying in the background, May 10, 2026.

Anti-Iranian regime activists hold global protests denouncing months-long internet outage

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer gives a media statement at 10 Downing Street in London, April 30, 2026.

Why so many politicians hesitate to defend Jews against antisemitism - opinion

Rafael's Trophy on the Leopard tank

Norway to buy Rafael's Trophy protection system


How a Norwegian pastor helped Jews pray in secret during the Holocaust

A remarkable bond between a pastor and the rabbi of the Jewish community of Trondheim helped Jews through the

Rabbi Jacobson stands next to the monument in Trondheim, 1947.

Scandinavia's largest prehistoric mound is not a tomb, but a memorial to a natural disaster - study

Archaeological excavations that have taken place at Raknehaugen, have all failed to discover evidence that would typically indicate a burial mound, such as a grave or human remains.

Excavations of Raknehaugen, Norway, in 1939.

From Iran to Israel: An Iranian volunteer’s unlikely stand in wartime

Mehran Rezvani, who grew up in Iran during the Islamic Revolution, has become a devoted supporter and volunteer for Israel.

Rezvani enjoys his volunteer activities at Eitanim.

Mother and three sons in custody over US embassy bomb in Norway

One of the men has admitted to placing a device, while the three other suspects have denied involvement, their lawyers have said.

Police officers and technicians inspect the American embassy after a loud bang was reported at the site, in Oslo, Norway, March 8, 2026.

Man detained at Trondheim synagogue in Norway after security incident, police say

The arrested suspect is a man in his 20s who will remain under police custody and will be questioned during the evening.

LIGHT SHINES through the windows of a synagogue in Trondheim, Norway, January 16, 2020.

Oslo ups security around US embassy after explosion, no injuries reported

A loud blast was heard near the embassy compound in western Oslo at around 1 a.m., and smoke was seen rising from the compound, eyewitnesses told local media.

Norway police investigate explosion near Israeli embassy in central Oslo, September 23, 2025.

Norway relocates Middle East soldiers as Iran-US tension increases

US President Donald Trump warned Iran on Thursday it must make a deal over its nuclear program or "really bad things" will happen, setting a deadline of 10 to 15 days, drawing a threat from Tehran.

A DANISH helicopter flies near soldiers as Danish, Swedish and Norwegian home guard units together with Danish, German and French troops take part in joint military drills in Kangerlussuaq, Greenland, September 17, 2025.

Norwegian scientist developed Havana-like symptoms after testing electromagnetic device on himself

The term “Havana syndrome” emerged in 2016 after personnel at the US embassy in Havana reported symptoms including dizziness, headaches, and cognitive difficulties.

Flu or a common cold?

Former Norway PM charged with 'gross corruption' over Epstein ties

Former Norwegian prime minister Thorbjorn Jagland has been charged with gross corruption following an investigation into his alleged ties with Jeffrey Epstein, according to the New York Times.

Thorbjorn Jagland speaks during a news conference after a Session of the Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe in Nicosia, Cyprus May 19, 2017.

Norwegian crown princess's son faces trial on 38 charges including rape, drug possession

His lawyer, Petar Sekulic, told Reuters he did not admit criminal guilt for the charges of rape or domestic violence, but did admit guilt for some of the less serious matters.

Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette- Marit attend the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony where Venezuelan politician Maria Corina Machado is the recipient of this years Nobel Peace Prize at Oslo City Hall on December 10, 2025 in Oslo, Norway.