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Moscow Summons Norwegian Diplomat Over Seizure of Research Ship and State Property

Norwegian authorities seized the ship on Sept. 2 to enforce a court-ordered $4.2 billion arbitration award by Ukrainian state energy company Naftogaz.

Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Latvia and Czech Republic to Boycott Russia at 2027 Ice Hockey World Championship

The CAS decision has also prompted several corporate sponsors to threaten to pull their support from future events.

Norwegian Prime Minister Defends Phone Call With Vladimir Putin

Some officials in Europe have criticized Støre and Finnish President Alexander Stubb for their decision to reach out to the Russian leader.

Finnish, Norwegian Leaders Call Putin Ahead of Ukraine Peace Talks

The two Nordic countries said the aim of their call with Vladimir Putin was “to convey messages directly” about upcoming peace negotiations.

Russians Aboard Ship Seized by Norway Have Returned Home, Foreign Ministry Says

The 69 Russian passengers and crew members were stuck for several days after a Norwegian court ordered the seizure of the Professor Molchanov at the request...

Norway Seizes Russian Ship to Enforce $4.2Bln Claim by Ukraine’s Naftogaz

A Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson said the seizure of the ship amounts to an act of “piracy.”

How This Russian Nuclear Waste Dump Became an Unlikely Victim of the Ukraine War

Europe poured millions into cleaning up a hazardous nuclear waste site in Russia's Arctic. The invasion of Ukraine brought the effort to a halt.

He Researched Public Health in the Arctic. Russia Says It Was Treason.

What really led to the imprisonment of a respected scientist?

Swedish PM Says Russia Likely Behind Airport Drones

Still, Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson stressed that "nobody really, really knows" who is behind the mysterious drone flights.

Kremlin Denies Role in Drone Flights That Disrupted Airports in Denmark and Norway

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said earlier that she could “not rule out” Russian involvement in the drone activity in Copenhagen.

Russia Threatens to Ban Norwegian Ships Over EU Fishing Sanctions

Norway joined EU sanctions against two Russian fishing companies early last month, sparking condemnation from Moscow.

Denmark, Norway and Sweden to Buy $500M in U.S. Weapons for Ukraine

The Netherlands previously announced it would fund U.S.-manufactured weapons and munitions totaling over $500 million.

Russia Labels Barents Observer ‘Undesirable’ After European Court Ruling

Russia’s Prosecutor General’s Office accused the Norway-based news publication of publishing “anti-Russian” content.

Norway Accuses Russia of Planning Sabotage Attacks Against Country

Norwegian intelligence services claimed that Moscow may try targeting energy infrastructure or aid sent to Ukraine.

Norway Releases Russian-Crewed Ship After Cable Damage

"No findings have been made linking the ship to the act," police attorney Ronny Jorgensen said.

Russia Reduces Consular Staff in Norway

Russia's two consulates in Norway said they would be temporarily suspending their consular services due to the staff cuts.

‘Russian Spy’ Whale Likely Died of Infection – Norwegian Police

The whale, nicknamed “Hvaldimir,” a pun on the Norwegian word for whale (hval) and the whale’s purported ties to Moscow, first appeared in 2019.

Russian Warship Fires ‘Warning Shot’ at Norwegian Fishing Boat During Drills, Captain Claims

While the Norwegian military confirmed an encounter between the two vessels, it said there was no observation of a warning shot.

‘Russian Spy’ Whale Was Shot Dead, Animal Rights Groups Say

Nicknamed "Hvaldimir," the celebrity beluga whale was found dead on Norway's southwestern coast on Saturday.

'Russian Spy' Whale Found Dead in Norway

In 2019, Norwegian marine biologists discovered a harness on the animal with a mount suited for an action camera and the words "Equipment St. Petersburg"...

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