Norway condemns Israel’s 'brutal warfare' in Gaza

Norway has condemned Israel’s "brutal warfare" in Gaza, accusing it of violating the rules of war.

“Israel’s brutal warfare in Gaza includes indiscriminate and disproportionate attacks, as well as measures that prevent the population from receiving humanitarian aid. This is in violation of the rules of war,” Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide said in a statement.

He stressed the need for protection, food and medical assistance for civilians, including the sick and wounded.

Eide also emphasised that a ceasefire, the release of captives and sufficient emergency aid were crucial first steps, adding: “Only a two-state solution and respect for international law can provide lasting stability and security in the Middle East.”