Norwegian police have declared that an explosion occurred near the US Embassy in Oslo and they are investigating whether it may be a terrorist act. Frode Larsen, head of the joint investigation and intelligence unit, stated in an interview that one hypothesis is that the incident could indeed be linked to terrorism. However, he emphasized that they are not fully certain and are keeping an open mind to other potential reasons behind the explosion. They have yet to identify any suspects in connection with this event.

The blast occurred late Sunday night at around 1 AM local time, and Larsen mentioned that investigators are also considering the possibility that the incident might be associated with ongoing conflicts in the Middle East. Given the current state of security policies, it is reasonable for authorities to evaluate the situation with that lens. Following the explosion, the police have tightened security in the area as a precautionary measure in response to the incident.

Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide has condemned the attack, calling it unacceptable, and further reaffirmed that the security of diplomatic missions is a top priority. The investigation continues as police are actively searching for those responsible for the explosion and assessing the broader implications for national security, especially in light of recent geopolitical tensions.