At 15:20 on Friday 22 July, a bomb exploded outside Government offices in the centre of Oslo. A few hours later a gunman attacked the annual summer camp of the Labour youth movement on Utøya. Many people died and many more were injured in these attacks.
In response to these atrocities Norwegian Foreign Minister Jonas Gahr Støre has said, “Norway has consistently advocated the values of democracy, rule of law, freedom of speech and human rights. The attacks in Oslo will not change our politics, values and the way we engage internationally.” Mr Støre added, “The Norway that you meet tomorrow will be recognisable.”
For up-to-date information on how Norway is responding to this tragedy, please see the Foreign Ministry's English website.
The police phone line for nearest of kin is 815 02 800. For more information, visit www.politi.no.
Anyone who wishes to express their sympathy is invited to write a message in Norway’s official online book of condolences.
Norway is grateful for all the support and sympathy expressed by the Zimbabwean government and people, other governments in the region and individuals at this difficult time. The Embassy would like to express our deep appreciation to the many individuals and governments around the world who have sent messages of condolences and sympathy to Norway and its people.
The international community’s response has been overwhelming, warming the hearts of survivors, their families and the people of Norway. Here are some photos from our embassies around the world - shown on Flickr. These images have been published and shared with the people of Norway.