Explosion Rocks Area Near US Embassy in Oslo, Authorities Investigating

America: There was an explosion near the American Embassy in Oslo early on Sunday morning. Norwegian officials confirmed the blast occurred near the US Embassy compound but caused only minor damage. As per the Reuters report, no one was injured.

Where and when did the explosion occur?

The explosion occurred at around 1 am local time, which is much earlier than here. Eyewitnesses said that after the explosion, smoke was seen rising from there. "We have confirmed that there was an explosion at the US embassy," police spokesman Mikel Delamire told NRK. This blast took place at the entrance of the consular section.

Oslo Police said that it is not yet clear what caused the blast or who is behind it. They are talking with the embassy, ​​and so far there are no reports of any injuries.

What did the US Embassy and State Department say?

The US Embassy did not immediately comment because it was outside office hours, and there was no immediate statement from the US State Department. The investigation is ongoing, and more details will be coming soon.

This incident has happened at a time when the US-Israel vs. Iran war is going on in the Middle East, and American missions are being attacked in many places. But whether this Oslo case is related to it or not is not yet known.

More details are still awaited.......