Norway

Norway parliament to consider proposal for national terror list naming Hamas, IRGC - exclusive

The Norwegian Christian Democratic Party's Joel Ystebø told The Jerusalem Post on Tuesday that his party is proposing that Norway create an independent designation system for terrorist organizations.

Protesters take part in a pro-Palestinian demonstration marching towards Ullevaal Stadium ahead of the World Cup qualifier between Norway and Israel, in Oslo, Norway, October 11, 2025.
ZAKA responds to report of Israeli man drowning in Norway, October 1, 2026.

Israeli man, 26, drowns in Norway after falling from boat, Foreign Ministry says

A police officer stands in front of posters for the 14th Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam outside the National Convention Center in Hanoi on January 19, 2026.

Three arrested on terrorism, forgery charges in Vietnam, including Norwegian, Australian citizens

Protesters take part in a pro-Palestinian demonstration marching towards Ullevaal Stadium ahead of the World Cup qualifier between Norway and Israel, in Oslo, Norway, October 11, 2025.

Norwegian FOR party and youth wing to participate in Oct. 7 demonstration in support of Hamas


'A stain on Norwegian history': Jewish community leaders say state-backed groups fuel antisemtism

DIASPORA AFFAIRS: In the black-and-white paradigm of the Norwegian mentality, Israel is bad and Palestinians are good.

‘THE VERY institutions meant to protect us are the ones telling us that our experiences are not valid.’ While the issues facing Norway’s Jews existed before October 7, there have been undeniable escalations since then.

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Displaced Palestinians flee amid an Israeli military operation, following an Israeli evacuation order, in Gaza City, September 9, 2025.

Norway to amend 'problematic' national minority regulation following 'Post' report - exclusive

Acknowledging the long-standing connection between Norway and its Jewish population, an amendment has been proposed.

 The river Nid offers picturesque views in Trondheim, Norway, home to one of the northernmost Jewish communities in the world.

Tune into today's top stories: Houthis accuse UN espionage, Trump says Hamas ready for deal

The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Shifra Jacobs—the top stories, clear and concise.

A protester holds a sign with an image depicting U.S. President Donald Trump and the words "Nobel" written on it, demonstrate to demand the immediate end of the war and the release of all hostages, outside the U.S. Consulate in Tel Aviv, Israel, September 2, 2025.

US 'very troubled' by Norway wealth fund's divestment from Caterpillar

Norwegian wealth fund divested from the construction equipment company, citing the use of the machines in the ongoing Gaza war as the reason.

An armored caterpillar bulldozer stands on a street during an Israeli raid at Tulkarm, in the West Bank, February 18, 2024

Norway quietly redefines minority status, puts Jewish organizations at risk

A new law says persons who have moved to Norway after 1950, or their descendants, are not considered to belong to or constitute a national minority.

Norwegian flags flutter at Karl Johans street in Oslo, Norway May 31, 2017.

UK-Norway warship deal boosts NATO Arctic defenses against Russia

BAE’s Type 26 frigates feature sophisticated weapons, advanced sensors, and cutting-edge communications, with a flexible design that enables future upgrades to counter emerging threats

Computer Generated footage of Type 26 Global Combat Ship with Norwegian flag.

Tensions mount as Norway restricts Israel's world cup qualifier entry

Israel has been told it can only enter one day prior to kickoff due to what the Norwegians cited as security concerns.

DAN BITON and the Israel national team resumes its World Cup qualifying campaign this week against Moldova.

Six European foreign ministers condemn Israel's planned Gaza City operation

In the statement, the ministers said that they "condemn the most recent Israeli offensive launched in the Strip and the announcement to establish a permanent presence in Gaza City."

An IDF soldier operates on the outskirts of Gaza City, in northern Gaza, August 27, 2025

Security scare at Jewish event highlights rising antisemitism in Norway

REPORTER'S NOTEBOOK: A man wearing a large backpack pretended to be a West Bank settler to enter an event honoring Theodor Herzl. Questioning revealed he was a Palestinian from Jenin.

A party honoring Theodor Herzl in Oslo, Norway, August 2025.