Norwegian police stated on Sunday that the explosion occurring in front of the U.S. Embassy in Oslo may be linked to the current security situation, although no suspects have been identified thus far.
اضافة اعلان
Police spokesperson Frode Larsen explained during a press conference: "It is natural to examine this incident within the context of the current security climate and to consider it as a potential deliberate attack targeting the U.S. Embassy."
Details of the Incident
A powerful explosion was heard late Saturday night near the embassy premises. No injuries were immediately reported. According to Norwegian police, the blast occurred around 01:00 AM (00:00 GMT). Authorities noted that they currently lack specific information regarding the source of the explosion.
Police confirmed they are in close contact with the embassy and have deployed significant resources to the scene.
Broader Context
U.S. embassies across the Middle East have been placed on high alert due to the ongoing war. Several diplomatic missions have faced attacks as Tehran continues to strike industrial and diplomatic targets. However, Norwegian police have not yet provided concrete evidence definitively linking the Oslo incident to the regional conflict. (Reuters)
