An explosion occurred at the entrance to the US Embassy in Oslo, Norway, causing minor damage to the building. Reports NRK TV channel quoted a police statement.
The explosion occurred around 1:00 local time (3:00 Moscow time). No injuries were reported. Locals He said Reuters said that thick smoke was seen in the embassy area after the explosion.
According to the police, the explosion occurred at the entrance to the consular section. The administration did not comment on exactly what exploded until the investigation was completed.
The police are interviewing witnesses and searching for criminals, and are also conducting crime scene investigations using dogs, drones and helicopters. Nothing was found there that could threaten the local population.
The street on which the embassy is located was closed to traffic.
The US State Department did not comment on the explosion.