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Loud Explosion Rocks US Embassy in Oslo
8 Mar
Summary
- A significant explosion occurred at the U.S. embassy's consular section entrance.
- The blast happened early Sunday, causing some damage but no reported injuries.
- Police are actively investigating the incident and searching for perpetrators.
The U.S. embassy in Oslo was the scene of a significant explosion early Sunday morning, according to Norwegian police. The blast occurred at approximately 1 a.m. local time, specifically at the entrance to the consular section.
Eyewitnesses reported a thick cloud of smoke emanating from the embassy compound following the loud explosion. While the incident caused some damage to the embassy's entrance, officials confirmed that there were no injuries.
Oslo police have launched a thorough investigation into the event. Search efforts, utilizing dogs, drones, and a helicopter, are underway to locate any potential perpetrators. The embassy and the U.S. State Department have not yet issued official comments regarding the incident.
