Tag: Norway

Norway hails ‘milestone’ for Palestinian statehood

Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide described his country’s recognition of the state of Palestine as a “milestone” moment, as he also offered criticism of Israel. “For more than 30 years, Norway has been one of the strongest advocates for a Palestinian state. Today, when Norway officially recognizes Palestine as a state, is a milestone […]

Norway hands papers to Palestinian PM for diplomatic recognition

Norway has handed over diplomatic papers to the Palestinian prime minister in the latest step towards recognising a Palestinian state – a largely symbolic move that has infuriated Israel. Ireland, Spain and Norway last week pledged to recognise a Palestinian state, increasing Israel’s isolation more than seven months into its grinding war against Hamas in […]

Norway to block entry for most Russian tourists, Moscow says it will respond

OSLO (Reuters) -Norway will further curb access for Russian tourist travellers due to the ongoing war in Ukraine, blocking almost all entry from May 29, the Nordic country’s justice ministry said on Thursday. Russia called the decision “purely discriminatory” and said it would respond. Norway, a NATO member that shares a border with Russia in […]

Norway further tightens restrictions on entry of Russians

Norway has said it will further tighten its restrictions on the entry of people from Russia. The Scandinavian country said that people with tourist visas issued before regulations were tightened in 2022 or issued by another European country would be barred from entering Norway as of next week. Justice minister Emilie Enger Mehl said the […]

Norway further tightens its restrictions on the entry of Russians

COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) — Norway on Thursday said it will further tighten its restrictions on the entry of people from Russia, saying those with tourist visas issued by Norway before regulations were tightened in 2022 or issued by another European country will be barred from entering the Scandinavian country as of next week. Justice Minister […]

Ireland, Norway and Spain to recognise Palestinian state

Ireland, Norway, and Spain have announced they will formally recognise a Palestinian state from 28 May. Spain and Ireland said the decision was not against Israel nor in favour of Hamas, but rather in support of peace. Israel reacted angrily, warning the move would mean more instability in the region and recalling its ambassadors to […]

Israel recalls ambassadors as Ireland, Norway and Spain recognise Palestine

Ireland, Norway and Spain have said they are recognising a Palestinian state in a historic move that drew condemnation from Israel and jubilation from the Palestinians. Israel immediately ordered its ambassadors back from Ireland and Norway and Ireland. The formal recognition will be made on May 28th. The development is a step toward a long-held […]

Norway, Ireland, Spain defy Israel to recognize Palestinian statehood

The leaders of Norway, Ireland and Spain say their countries will recognize Palestinian statehood, despite staunch opposition by Israel. Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre, Irish Taoiseach Simon Harris and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez simultaneously announced the move on Wednesday morning in their respective capitals. “The Palestinians have a fundamental, independent right to their […]

Norway to recognize Palestinian statehood on May 28, PM says

Norway will formally recognize Palestinian statehood on May 28, Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre said on Wednesday, in a move staunchly opposed by Israel. The Nordic country’s announcement comes amid a broader push within several European countries, such as Ireland, to recognize Palestine as a state, believing it will advance the prospects for peace in […]