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Israel's settlement policy triggers trade restrictions from 12 nations, incl. Canada, France

The UK, Canada, France, and 10 other countries announced plans to impose national restrictions on goods from Israeli settlements, in a surprise coordinated move.

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MAN walks in the Jewish outpost of Yahish Zion, near the Jewish settlement of Psagot, in the West Bank; Illustrative.
A Norwegian flag flutters over building in Oslo, Norway May 31, 2017.

Russia warns US missile system deployment in Norway threatens to reset strategic dialogue to zero

Russia would pay "particular attention" to the deployment sites and command-and-control centers of US missile systems and that they would become targets in the event of a military conflict.

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An Isar Aerospace rocket.

German startup makes history with first orbital space flight launched from European soil

It was Isar's second launch, coming 18 months after the company's first rocket plunged to the ground and exploded in a fiery spectacle shortly after takeoff from the same site.

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A drone view shows the Russian-flagged general cargo ship Omskiy-107 aground off the coast of Sile in Istanbul, Turkey, September 1, 2026.

Norway seizes Russian ship to enforce $4.2 billion claim by Ukrainian energy firm

The vessel, the Professor Molchanov, was seized off the Norwegian Arctic archipelago of Svalbard after a 24-hour standoff with the Norwegian Coast Guard, according to Covington.

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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.

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

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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.

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

SEPTEMBER 2, 2025ByANNA AHRONHEIM
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.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF
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."

AUGUST 30, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
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.

AUGUST 28, 2025ByMATHILDA HELLER
A party honoring Theodor Herzl in Oslo, Norway, August 2025.

Tune into today's top stories: Iran-backed arson in Australia, Lebanon consider disarming Hezbollah

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Lebanese army members place razor wires in Burj al-Muluk, near the southern Lebanese village of Kfar Kila, where Israeli forces remained on the ground after a deadline for their withdrawal passed as residents sought to return to homes in the border area, Lebanon January 26, 2025.