Three Norwegian brothers arrested over US embassy blast in Oslo

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 2 min read 100% complete by Agence France-Presse in OsloMarch 11, 2026 at 07:26 PM
Three Norwegian brothers arrested over US embassy blast in Oslo

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Three Norwegian brothers of Iraqi origin have been arrested in Oslo in connection with a bombing at the US embassy that occurred early Sunday morning. The explosion caused minor damage but no injuries. Police are investigating the motive behind the attack, including the possibility that it was ordered by a government entity or linked to criminal networks. Authorities believe one brother placed the bomb while the other two were complicit. The Norwegian security service had previously identified Iran as a potential threat, noting its possible reliance on proxy actors for attacks. The bombing occurred amid heightened security at American embassies in the Middle East following US-Israeli strikes on Iran.

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