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POLITICS10h agoOn the Norway-Russia border, the Sámi people face a growing divideAs Russia’s war in Ukraine reshapes this Arctic frontier, Sámi communities struggle to sustain cross-border traditions.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICS1d agoNorway turns to toilet humor after Trump bashes Scandinavian country - AP NewsNorway turns to toilet humor after Trump bashes Scandinavian country AP NewsAP News
POLITICS2d agoNorway trolls Trump with toilet joke after his Nobel Prize meltdownNorway’s tourist board hit back at the US president’s tantrum over not being awarded the Nobel PrizeThe Independent World
POLITICS2d agoFinnish diplomat on Putin's rare phone call with leaders of Finland, Norway over Ukraine warThe leaders of Finland and Norway discussed the war in Ukraine in a rare phone call with Russia's Vladimir Putin. Finnish foreign minister Elina Valtonen shares her thoughts.CBS News
POLITICS3d agoEurope furious after Finland and Norway break convention by speaking directly to PutinThe move attracted criticism from the Danish prime minister, who urged Europe to ‘stick together’ on UkraineThe Independent World
POLITICS3d agoNorway allocates nearly $54M in energy support for UkraineThe Norwegian government announced on Tuesday, October 27, that it would provide 500 million kroner (nearly $54 million) in energy support for Ukraine ahead of winter.Ukrinform [en]
POLITICS4d agoEurope furious after Finland and Norway break convention by speaking directly to PutinThe move attracted criticism from the Danish prime minister, who urged Europe to ‘stick together’ on UkraineThe Independent World
POLITICS4d agoPutin call pits Finland and Norway against Denmark and SwedenNordic unity broke on Tuesday after the leaders of Finland and Norway held a 90-minute phone call with Vladimir Putin. The Danish and Swedish prime ministers publicly cast doubt on the diplomatic overture.EuroNews [en]
POLITICS4d agoFinland’s Stubb and Norway PM call Putin in break with previous European stanceThe leaders of Finland and Norway initiated a direct call with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday morning amid broader diplomatic efforts to wind down Russia’s yearslong war with Ukraine. Finnish President Alexander Stubb and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre noted in a joint press release that they did not speak on behalf of…The Hill
POLITICS4d agoFinland’s Stubb and Norway PM call Putin in break with previous European stanceThe leaders of Finland and Norway initiated a direct call with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday morning amid broader diplomatic efforts to wind down Russia’s yearslong war with Ukraine. Finnish President Alexander Stubb and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre noted in a joint press release that they did not speak on behalf of…thehill · united states of america
POLITICS4d agoNorway and Finland leaders hold rare call with PutinAn end to the conflict in Ukraine "will not be achieved through silence," Finland's President Alexander Stubb said.BBC World
POLITICS4d agoDenmark's Frederiksen criticizes Finland and Norway for calling Putin without coordinating with allies, despite consultation with UkraineFinland and Norway have called Putin about ending the Ukraine war, drawing Danish criticism. The dispute highlights divisions over European engagement with Moscow ahead of planned US-led peace talks.DW News [en]
POLITICS5d agoNorway Pushes Back After Trump Disparages It Over Nobel Prize DecisionNorwegian officials emphasized that their government does not have any influence over who receives the Peace Prize, after President Trump used crude language to express his frustration.NYT World
POLITICSOct 21Witkoff to meet Putin after Ukraine , US hold talks in NorwayWitkoff is scheduled to meet with Putin following talks between Ukraine and the US in Norway. This indicates ongoing diplomatic efforts concerning the Ukraine conflict.geo.tv · Pakistan
POLITICSOct 20UKRAINE DIPLOMACY : Zelensky Heads To Norway For Talks With Witkoff Amid Growing Tensions With TrumpUkrainian President Zelensky is traveling to Norway for discussions with Witkoff amid rising tensions with Donald Trump. This signifies important diplomatic engagement concerning international support for Ukraine and its relationship with key global figures.theyeshivaworld.com · United States
POLITICSOct 20Ukraine, US to hold Norway peace talks amid rising Zelensky, Trump tensionUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is travelling to Norway for new peace talks as US pressure mounts for concessions from Kyiv to reach a deal with Russia. US envoy Steve Witkoff is expected in Oslo to take part in the talks on Tuesday with Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre and Finland’s President Alexander Stubb, according to a government statement in Norway. Another US envoy, Jared Kushner, will take part online in the talks, the statement said. The meeting is being held amid...South China Morning Post
POLITICSOct 19Norway to extend proposed under-16 social media ban to online games and messaging appsOnline games and messaging services were initially expected to receive broad exemptions, but the government has now decided to assess platforms based on their potential risks to children.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSOct 16Norway wealth fund urged to ease nuclear arms ban after Gaza investment rowThe review called for Norway's sovereign wealth fund to lift ethical risk limitations on its investments.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSOct 15Arrests in Norway Reveal Fraud and Bribery for NATO Ship Supply ContractsArrests in Norway have uncovered a scheme involving fraud and bribery related to NATO ship supply contracts. This indicates corruption within military procurement processes affecting international alliances.maritime-executive.com · United States
POLITICSOct 10'Stain on the country': Trump criticises Norway over Nobel Peace PrizeThe US president told a rally he had "never heard of" the winner, former International Criminal Court judge Navi Pillay.BBC World
POLITICSOct 8Germany, UK, and Norway allocate 20 million euros for the AmazonAunque son unos recursos importantes para la región, representan una disminución grande respecto a los comprometidos en los últimos diez años de trabajo conjunto. The post Alemania destina 20 millones de euros para la Amazonía appeared first on La Silla Vacía.La Silla Vacía
POLITICSOct 6Norway eyes temporary ban of smart glassesNorway's government said Monday it wants a temporary ban on the use of smart glasses in certain public places, citing privacy concerns, notably recording images without the knowledge of those filmed. The ban could apply to parks, beaches, museums, shopping centres, schools, daycare centres, healthcare facilities, gyms and public events.France 24 [en]
POLITICSOct 1Norway Plans Data Center Overhaul After Finding Foreign Firms Own 90 % of Grid CapacityNorway plans an overhaul of its data center infrastructure after discovering foreign firms own 90% of its grid capacity. This indicates a national concern regarding critical infrastructure control and foreign influence.techtimes.com · United States
POLITICSSep 30Norway’s ministers questioned in parliament over Epstein tiesNorway’s parliament began hearings on Wednesday of current and former ministers to examine practices in the diplomatic service, following revelations about ties between late US convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and senior Norwegian officials. The hearings come against the background of the foreign ministry’s payment of more than 130 million kroner to the International Peace Institute (IPI) between 1997 and 2018, a think tank headed by Norwegian diplomat Terje Rod-Larsen from 2005 to...South China Morning Post