Explosion at US embassy in Oslo may have been terrorism, Norway police say

Explosion at US Embassy in Oslo May Be Linked to Terrorism

A late-night explosion at the US embassy in Oslo could have been a terrorist attack, according to Norwegian police. The incident, which occurred during the early hours of Sunday, caused minor damage to the embassy but left no one injured.

Police Investigate Possible Terrorism

Frode Larsen, director of the police joint investigation and intelligence unit, told NRK that one possibility is a terrorist act. However, he emphasized that the situation is not yet confirmed. “We have to remain open to other explanations,” Larsen said, adding that authorities are working closely with US diplomats to gather more information.

“We have to be open to the possibility that there may be other causes behind what has happened,” Larsen stated.

Details of the Blast and Response

The explosion took place at the public entrance of the embassy. Michael Dellemyr, leading the police response, confirmed that officers searched the surrounding area in the Morgedalsvegen district, approximately 7km from the city center. He also noted that a public appeal for witnesses had been issued.

Photos and Official Reactions

Social media later shared images of broken glass, cracked doors, and dark marks on the tiled floor near the embassy. Norwegian officials called the event “unacceptable,” with Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide highlighting the importance of securing diplomatic missions. He had already reached out to US embassy official Eric Meyer to discuss the incident.