Explosion Causes Minor Damage Near US Embassy in Oslo, No Injuries Reported

An explosion occurred near the US embassy in Oslo around 1 a.m. local time on Sunday, causing minor damage to the consular section entrance but no injuries, according to Norwegian police. Smoke was seen rising from the site, prompting a large police response including bomb squads and investigations using drones and dogs. Authorities have not confirmed the cause or responsible parties but indicated the incident appears deliberate. Police maintain contact with embassy officials and have found no link to ongoing Middle East tensions so far.