A March 8, 2026, explosion near the U.S. Embassy in Oslo caused minor damage and no injuries, with Norwegian police investigating a possible deliberate act.

An explosion damaged the U.S. Embassy in Oslo early on March 8, 2026, near the consular section, with no injuries reported and minor damage confirmed. Norwegian police are investigating, suspecting a deliberate act, and have deployed bomb disposal teams, canine units, and a large security perimeter. Authorities have not identified suspects or a motive, and while regional tensions with Iran are high, no link to the attack has been established. The embassy remains open, and diplomatic operations continue.