In the early hours of Sunday, an explosion took place at the US embassy in Oslo. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries, and the damage was described as minor by local police. The blast happened at around 1:00 AM local time, specifically at the entrance to the consular section of the embassy. Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the explosion and searching for those responsible.

Norway's Foreign Minister, Espen Barth Eide, condemned the incident, labeling it as "unacceptable" and emphasizing the importance of security for all diplomatic missions. In a statement, he mentioned that he, along with Justice and Public Security Minister Astri Aas-Hansen, had been in contact with the acting head of the US embassy, Eric Meyer. Both officials expressed their serious concern over the incident, highlighting the need for a thorough investigation.

The Norwegian Security Service (PST) has reassured the public about the ongoing investigation and has deployed additional resources to assist with the inquiry. The incident raises significant concerns regarding the safety of diplomatic missions and the potential implications for diplomatic relations, as similar attacks could threaten the security and stability of foreign embassies worldwide.