Thorbjørn Jagland, the former Prime Minister of Norway and ex-chairman of the Nobel Peace Prize Committee, has been reported hospitalized due to claims of a suicide attempt. This unsettling news was initially reported by the Norwegian online media Inyheter, which stated that Jagland, aged 75, had been admitted to a hospital following a serious incident. However, the details surrounding his condition have become a point of contention, as his lawyer later refuted the suicide attempt claims and instead pointed to a 'risk of suicide'.

The situation has sparked further debate, as the alleged report of Jagland's health issues was not covered by major Norwegian media outlets prior to Inyheter's claims. The implications of this silence have raised questions regarding media ethics and the responsibility of news organizations to report sensitive information. Inyheter suggested that other media organizations were aware of Jagland's condition but chose not to make it public, which has led to accusations of a cover-up.

Reidun Kjelling Nybø, leader of the Norwegian Editors' Association, has denied allegations of secrecy, asserting that information regarding Jagland's health was provided for background purposes and not intended for direct citation. The ongoing controversy illustrates the complexities and ethical dilemmas journalists face in reporting on high-profile individuals, particularly concerning their mental health and well-being.