According to Norway's Police Security Service (PST), there are expectations that Iranian intelligence services will undertake operations in Norway, complicating the security landscape. PST senior advisor Eirik Veum indicated that the current situation is unpredictable, and they are closely monitoring developments while making continuous assessments. The presence of criminal networks and other proxy actors makes tracing activities back to Iran more challenging.

Veum highlighted the extensive freedom of movement that these actors possess within Europe, coupled with a sound local knowledge and access to weapons, raises concerns about potential threats. As such, the Norwegian authorities must remain vigilant in their counterintelligence efforts, especially with the unpredictable nature of these operations. This situation draws attention to the Iranian regime's use of "sleeping cells" and criminal networks to execute retaliation or other strategic objectives on foreign soil.

The implications of these assessments by PST resonate with broader geopolitical tensions regarding Iran's activities abroad. In light of these risks, Norway's government will likely need to enhance cooperation with international partners and possibly implement stricter security measures to safeguard against foreign intelligence operations. As Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre engages with leaders in the Middle East, the discussions may also touch upon strategies to counteract such threats from Iranian-backed interests within Europe, emphasizing the need for proactive measures in national and European security frameworks.