Espen Barth Eide

“By proposing legally binding prohibitions, the government makes it clear that Norwegian citizens and Norwegian companies must not profit from or support activities that help sustain Israel’s unlawful settlement activity in Palestine,”

Espen Barth Eide · said date not stated · reported 2026-09-16

Eide said in a June 19 press release that the government's proposed prohibitions would prevent Norwegian citizens and companies from supporting Israel's settlement activity.

“displacement, extreme violence and a situation that makes a peaceful solution impossible.”

Espen Barth Eide · said date not stated · reported 2026-09-16

Eide said the settlements contribute to displacement, extreme violence, and a situation that makes a peaceful solution impossible.