The Norwegian government announced on April 11, 2026, that it will pursue a policy of global isolation against Israel, citing the latter’s role in creating international instability.

The announcement was accompanied by concrete measures targeting Israel’s economic and diplomatic standing.

Through Divestment

At the heart of Norway’s strategy is its sovereign wealth fund, valued at approximately $2 trillion, which has initiated targeted divestment from Israeli companies with operations in occupied Palestinian territories.

The fund has already excluded 11 Israeli firms following an ethics review, and trade unions have called for a full economic boycott unless the occupation ends by September 2026.

Oslo has reinforced its stance by pledging to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu under the ICC warrant should he enter Norway, and by leading UN resolutions demanding Israel lift aid restrictions on Gaza.

Norway also supported sanctions against Israeli ministers accused of inciting violence. The move has drawn diplomatic backlash, with Israel recalling its ambassador and considering closing its Oslo embassy.