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Saba Yemen
5 days ago
- Business
- Saba Yemen
Norway: Israel's violations in Gaza pose global threat to future
Oslo – Saba: Norwegian Minister of International Development, Åsmund Aukrust, affirmed that Israel is setting a "dangerous precedent" by violating international human rights laws in the Gaza Strip, further escalating global instability. According to the British newspaper The Guardian on Saturday, Aukrust stated, "Norway was one of the few European countries to recognize the Palestinian state last year. Over the past year and a half, we have witnessed a significant decline in respect for international law in the war on Gaza, and in recent months, the situation has worsened more than ever. Therefore, it is extremely important for the Norwegian government to protest and condemn this blatant violation." He added, "Israel's actions not only exacerbate the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza but also pose a global threat to the future. We are deeply concerned that food is being used as a weapon of war and that the UN and humanitarian organizations are being barred from entering conflict zones." Aukrust continued, "We are very afraid that this could become a new international standard, making the world more dangerous for all of us." He noted that Norway's Oil Fund, the world's largest sovereign wealth fund, has blacklisted 11 companies supporting the Israeli entity. Aukrust expects the Norwegian parliament to reject calls next week to halt the fund's investments in companies selling products and services in the occupied Palestinian territories, stressing that the fund should not invest in anything contributing to violations of international law. The Norwegian minister pointed out that his country's decision to recognize Palestine in May 2024 was "to send a message of hope," urging citizens across Europe to continue protesting and maintaining faith in political action. Whatsapp Telegram Email Print
Saba Yemen
23-05-2025
- Politics
- Saba Yemen
Norwegian Development Minister: Situation in Gaza is disappointing
Oslo - Saba: Norwegian Minister of International Development, Åsmund Aukrust, stated on Friday that the situation in the Gaza Strip is "disappointing, as humanitarian aid is being used as a weapon." According to Quds Press Agency, Aukrust emphasized that "the war in Gaza must stop, and action must be taken because the number of dead and wounded is increasing every day." The Norwegian minister called for "respecting international law and allowing organizations to deliver aid to Gaza." The occupation forces renewed their aggression on the Gaza Strip at dawn on March 18, 2025, launching airstrikes across the territory, resulting in the martyrdom and injury of over 12,000 Palestinians. This escalation violated a ceasefire agreement with Palestinian resistance factions, which had lasted nearly 60 days after being mediated by the U.S., Egypt, and Qatar. Whatsapp Telegram Email Print
Middle East Eye
16-02-2025
- Politics
- Middle East Eye
Norwegian minister stresses urgent Gaza needs and two-state solution
Norwegian Minister of International Development Asmund Aukrust, speaking to Al Jazeera, emphasised the critical need for humanitarian aid in Gaza and reiterated Norway's commitment to a two-state solution. 'It is good to have a ceasefire in Gaza, which is important after months of fighting,' Aukrust stated. He highlighted the immense challenges facing the region, particularly the urgent task of clearing rubble caused by extensive bombing. Aukrust affirmed Norway's readiness to collaborate with all parties committed to achieving a two-state solution. 'Only a two-state solution will allow Palestinians and Israelis to live in peace,' he said, underscoring the necessity of a political resolution to the conflict.
