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Norwegian Jews decry proposed criminalization of settlement trade - interiew

Norwegian Jewish leaders warned that a proposed law criminalizing some settlement trade could create “real anxiety” among Jews and carry risks beyond a political signal.

|ByMATHILDA HELLER
People celebrate with Palestinian flags as they attend a demonstration in support of Palestinians in Gaza, amid a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, in Oslo, Norway January 19, 2025.
Norway's Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide speaks at the ASEAN Trilateral Meeting with Norway at the Philippine International Convention Center in Pasay City 22 July 2026.

Up to three years in prison: Norway prepares to pass bill banning trade with West Bank settlements

In Canada, the punishment for being found trading with Israeli settlements is up to five years under the nation's Special Economic Measures Act. In the UK, the punishment is up to 10 years.

|ByMIRIAM SELA-EITAM
Mojtaba Khamenei, the second son of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, visits Hezbollah's office in Tehran, Iran, October 1, 2024.

How America misunderstood Iran’s monarchy - and the Pahlavi legacy - opinion

Western views of monarchy often overlook Iran’s unique history, where kingship has long been tied to national unity and cultural identity.

|ByERFAN FARD
Princess Astrid on her way to a gala dinner, held by King Harald, at the Palace in Oslo for Israeli President Shimon Peres in connection with the state visit, in Oslo, Norway May 12, 2014.

Norway's Princess Astrid dies, aged 94, two days after king's funeral

"Throughout her long life, Princess Astrid represented the Royal House in a warm and dutiful manner," King Haakon VIII said in the statement.

|ByREUTERS

Security concerns overshadow Israel's World Cup qualifiers in Norway and Italy

Italian and Norwegian officials have stated that increased security measures will be implemented during the matches.

OCTOBER 7, 2025ByREUTERS
Demonstrators hold placards calling for Israel to be banned from the Union of Cycling International (UCI), UEFA and FIFA global and European soccer, during a national protest, ahead of the two year anniversary of Hamas’s October 7, 2023 massacre , in Dublin, Ireland, October 4 2025.

Multiple nations announce joint coalition to provide financial aid to the Palestinian Authority

Twelve nations have formed the Emergency Coalition for the Financial Sustainability of the Palestinian Authority to address an "urgent financial crisis."

SEPTEMBER 26, 2025ByREUTERS, JERUSALEM POST STAFF
An illustration of a Palestinian flag over a pile of US Dollar bills.

Norway police investigate explosion near Israeli embassy in central Oslo

There were no report of injuries at the site, located in the immediate vicinity of a university campus and some 500 meters (yards) from the royal palace and the Israeli embassy.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2025ByDANIELLE GREYMAN-KENNARD, REUTERS
Norway police investigate explosion near Israeli embassy in central Oslo, September 23, 2025.

Drone sightings disrupt flights at Copenhagen, Oslo airports

Authorities in Denmark and Norway would cooperate to determine whether there was a link between the two incidents.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2025ByREUTERS
Police officers stand guard after all traffic has been closed at the Copenhagen Airport due to drone reports in Copenhagen, Denmark September 22, 2025.

'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.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2025ByMATHILDA HELLER
‘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.

Tune into today's top stories: Green light for Gaza deal, Gaza City evacuation ordered

The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Ezra Taylor - the top stories, clear and concise.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST PODCASTS
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.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2025ByMATHILDA HELLER
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.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST PODCASTS
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.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2025ByREUTERS
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.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2025ByMATHILDA HELLER
Norwegian flags flutter at Karl Johans street in Oslo, Norway May 31, 2017.