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

The Israeli Embassy in Oslo and the Foreign Ministry’s department for Israelis in distress abroad have been handling the case with local authorities since receiving the report.

ZAKA responds to report of Israeli man drowning in Norway, October 1, 2026.
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

Bystanders display a flag of Greenland as European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen (back L), Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen (back R) and Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen visit Qoornoq, September 9, 2026.

US expands Arctic military footprint in Greenland with new deal set to sign at UN General Assembly


This northern Norway city has adopted a one-of-a-kind approach to observing Shabbat

Located on the outskirts of the Arctic Circle, this Norwegian city has a unique approach to observing Shabbat and a history of handling challenging situations.

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

From Alaska to Norway: Orcas offer prey to humans worldwide

Orcas may share food with humans to build relationships, scientists suggest.

 Killer whales emerging from the ice.

Norwegian study: Walking over 100 minutes daily may slash chronic back pain risk by 23%

Researchers from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology analyzed data from over 11,000.

 Norwegian study: Walking over 100 minutes daily may slash chronic back pain risk by 23%.

Norway is on the wrong side of history - opinion

Norway must declare full support for Israel’s just war against Iran and withdraw its recognition of a terror-supporting PA state until genuine reforms are implemented by the PA.

 Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide and Israel's Foreign Minister Israel Katz.

Norway arms its police force amid increased threat from Iran conflict

In a press release, Police Director Håkon Skulstad stated: "This is a preventive measure to strengthen security in a situation with increased risk of attacks against certain targets in Norway."

 Norway's Justice Minister Emilie Enger Mehl officially opens the Oslo Police District's new local police section at Enhet centrum in Grunerlokka, Oslo, Norway January 27, 2025.

Muslim communities in Norway grow most as Church of Norway sees declining membership

Church of Norway membership has decreased from 85 percent to 62 percent between 1994 and 2024.

 Muslim religious communities in Norway experience largest growth amid declining Church of Norway membership. Illustration.

Poland detains 19-year old man suspected of planning terrorist attack, interior ministry spokesman

The suspects are believed to have been inspired by mass-killers, including Anders Breivik.

Police officers look on outside a restaurant ahead of a football match,  May 28, 2025.

‘Criticism of Israel’s gov't should not be labeled antisemitic,’ Norwegian FM tells 'Post'

In terms of antisemitism, Eide was clear that “there is no tolerance for connecting a legitimate critique of a particular government’s choices with antisemitism.”

 Norway’s Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide met with The Jerusalem Post on May 27, 2025.

Norway wealth fund will not ban Israeli companies in what it claims is Palestine occupied territory

Only companies that can be linked to the violation of international law will be excluded from the Norwegian wealth fund's portfolio, parliament decided.

 View of entrance to Norway's central bank in Oslo, April 20, 2023.

Why Kosher cruises are a game-changer for observant Jewish travelers - opinion

These cruises are not necessarily easy on the wallet. But for the kosher traveler, it’s the difference between coming along for the ride and actually being a full part of it.

 THE NORWEGIAN CRUISE Line’s Epic in the eastern Mediterranean