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Nordic Leaders Discuss Defense Amid Rising Russian Presence

Nordic Leaders Discuss Defense Amid Rising Russian Presence

Mon 26 May 2025 11:26 CEST

The Nordic leaders met in Finnish Turku to discuss joint preparedness. The eight leaders announced that a comprehensive security concept will strengthen cooperation

Norway to Receive Up to 15 Gaza Patients in 2023

Norway to Receive Up to 15 Gaza Patients in 2023

Fri 23 May 2025 10:07 CEST

UK Imposes Sanctions on Israeli Settlers in West Bank

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UK Imposes Sanctions on Israeli Settlers in West Bank

Tue 20 May 2025 14:59 CEST

The United Kingdom is pausing talks with Israel on a new free trade agreement and introducing sanctions against settlers in the West Bank. Several EU countries also want to toughen their tone towards Israel, among other things by reviewing cooperation agreements and introducing sanctions against ministers

NATO Establishes New Regional Air Command in Northern Norway

NATO Establishes New Regional Air Command in Northern Norway

Tue 20 May 2025 08:54 CEST

Nato's new regional air command in Norway is located in Reitan near Bodø, the country's government announces.

Trump Lifts Ban on Equinor's Empire Wind Project Near New York

Trump Lifts Ban on Equinor's Empire Wind Project Near New York

Tue 20 May 2025 08:12 CEST

The President of the USA, Donald Trump, has lifted the ban on the Norwegian company Equinor's construction of a wind farm, called Empire Wind, in the sea off New York.

Sweden Criticizes Israel's Military Plans as Unacceptable

Sweden Criticizes Israel's Military Plans as Unacceptable

Sun 18 May 2025 21:04 CEST

Sweden's Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard (The Moderate Party) says in a statement that Israel's "plans for an extended military offensive with extensive displacement of civilians are incompatible with international law" and "unacceptable".

Norway Criticizes Israel's Gaza Attack as Violation of International Law

Norway Criticizes Israel's Gaza Attack as Violation of International Law

Sun 18 May 2025 15:42 CEST

Norway's Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre (The Labour Party) harshly criticizes Israel's assault on Gaza during the night towards Sunday.

Norway's Prime Minister to Meet Food Companies Over Price Hikes

Norway's Prime Minister to Meet Food Companies Over Price Hikes

Thu 15 May 2025 11:37 CEST

Nordic Leaders Meet in Faroe Islands for Arctic Security Summit

Nordic Leaders Meet in Faroe Islands for Arctic Security Summit

Sun 11 May 2025 19:32 CEST

The heads of government in Denmark, the Faroe Islands, Greenland, Iceland, and Norway are gathering for a summit on security in the North Atlantic and the Arctic on Monday.

Kristersson Attends Oslo Talks Before Key Trump Summit

Kristersson Attends Oslo Talks Before Key Trump Summit

Thu 8 May 2025 17:37 CEST

Ulf Kristersson is attending a dinner in Oslo tonight within the British-led defence cooperation JEF. The Prime Minister will prepare with Nordic colleagues for the next major summit with Donald Trump, in the Netherlands in June

Trump Declines Tariff Relief for Norway, Suggests Higher Payments

Trump Declines Tariff Relief for Norway, Suggests Higher Payments

Thu 24 Apr 2025 19:32 CEST

The President of the USA, Donald Trump, has met Norway's Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre at the White House. Ukraine and trade were on the agenda, and the atmosphere was cheerful – but no tariff relief for Norway seems to be forthcoming

Trump Increases Pressure on Russia After Kyiv Attack

Trump Increases Pressure on Russia After Kyiv Attack

Thu 24 Apr 2025 14:52 CEST

The USA's President Donald Trump is sharpening his tone after last night's large Russian attack on Kyiv. According to Trump, Russia is now being heavily pressured by the Americans to achieve a ceasefire

Norway's Leaders Meet with Trump at White House

Norway's Leaders Meet with Trump at White House

Mon 21 Apr 2025 08:32 CEST

Norway's Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre and Finance Minister Jens Stoltenberg are to meet with US President Donald Trump at the White House on Thursday, reports VG.

EU Prepares to Vote on Retaliatory Tariffs Against US on Wednesday

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EU Prepares to Vote on Retaliatory Tariffs Against US on Wednesday

Mon 7 Apr 2025 11:15 CEST

The EU wants to negotiate with the USA – but is preparing for countermeasures. On Wednesday, a first list of retaliatory tariffs will be voted on

Zelensky Confirms US Talks on Ceasefire Set for Monday in Saudi Arabia

Zelensky Confirms US Talks on Ceasefire Set for Monday in Saudi Arabia

Thu 20 Mar 2025 16:36 CET

At a high tempo, Volodymyr Zelenskyj is seeking strengthened European support – and he thanks Norway in particular during his visit to Oslo. The Ukrainian president also confirms that new talks with the USA will be held on Monday in Saudi Arabia

Zelensky Confirms Upcoming US Talks Amid European Support Tour

Zelensky Confirms Upcoming US Talks Amid European Support Tour

Thu 20 Mar 2025 10:59 CET

At a high tempo, Volodymyr Zelenskyj is seeking strengthened European support – and he thanks Norway in particular during his visit to Oslo. The Ukrainian president also confirms that new talks with the USA will be held on Monday in Saudi Arabia

Norway doubles its support – invests 85 billion

Norway doubles its support – invests 85 billion

Thu 6 Mar 2025 17:54 CET

The government and opposition parties in the Norwegian parliament are in agreement to increase support to Ukraine to 85 billion Norwegian kronor. It is more than double the current level

After the Fateful Meeting on Ukraine: "Historic Turning Point"

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After the Fateful Meeting on Ukraine: "Historic Turning Point"

Sun 2 Mar 2025 07:35 CET

A plan for a lasting peace in Ukraine was at the center of Sunday's crucial meeting in London. Afterward, the message is that it requires strong European buildup and security guarantees for Ukraine

Support for Zelensky after the quarrel - "not alone"

Support for Zelensky after the quarrel - "not alone"

Fri 28 Feb 2025 19:45 CET

The support for Ukraine and President Volodymyr Zelenskyj is pouring in after the brawl at the White House. "You are not alone" and that President Donald Trump is doing Putin's "dirty work" are some of the messages

Norway and Denmark launch defense cooperation

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Norway and Denmark launch defense cooperation

Tue 25 Feb 2025 13:25 CET

It is not enough to spend three percent of GDP on defense, says Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen. She is calling for closer defense cooperation in the Nordic region – and announces a Norwegian-Danish one together with Norway's Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre

Kristersson in Kyiv: Fought for freedom for three years

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Kristersson in Kyiv: Fought for freedom for three years

Mon 24 Feb 2025 07:42 CET

Three years have passed since Russia launched a full-scale attack on its neighboring country Ukraine. Now, a number of European leaders, including Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (The Moderate Party), are arriving in Kyiv

Norwegian and Danish Billion-Support to Ukraine

Norwegian and Danish Billion-Support to Ukraine

Mon 24 Feb 2025 02:31 CET

Norway and Denmark announce new billions to Ukraine ahead of the three-year anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion.

Kristersson looks forward to cooperation with Germany

Kristersson looks forward to cooperation with Germany

Sun 23 Feb 2025 22:01 CET

The Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson looks forward to cooperating with Germany's new government for a safer Europe.

The World Responds to Trump: Absurd

The World Responds to Trump: Absurd

Wed 19 Feb 2025 19:42 CET

Donald Trump calls Volodymyr Zelenskyj a "dictator". The response came quickly from a long line of European politicians: "Wrong and dangerous" and "deeply unreasonable"