Espen Barth Eide
@EspenBarthEide
Followers
51K
Following
8K
Media
848
Statuses
4K
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Norway. @NorwayMFA.
Joined January 2012
Maduro’s regime lacks democratic legitimacy. Still, international law is universal and binding on all states. The US operation in Venezuela is not in accordance with international law. I call for a peaceful transition to democratic governance in Venezuela.
regjeringen.no
‘The developments in Venezuela mark a grave escalation of an already highly volatile situation. It is now imperative that the full facts of what has occurred are established,’ said Minister of...
329
512
2K
I am devastated by the horrific news from #CransMontana on this New Year's Day. My thoughts are with the families and friends of those affected. Condolences to my colleague @ignaziocassis and the people of Switzerland.
17
29
147
Ukrainian and US negotiators work hard to end Russia`s war and reach a just, durable peace. Hard questions will be adressed at tomorrow´s presidential meeting. While Ukraine celebrates Christmas, Putin bombs civilians. 🇺🇦defends itself bravely and deserves our strongest support.
29
41
109
Greenland is an integral part of the Kingdom of Denmark. Norway stands firmly with the Danish government. Respect for sovereignty, integrity and the inviolability of borders is the foundational principle of international law, and must be upheld by all states without exception.
284
1K
7K
The Governments of Norway, the United Kingdom and the United States have issued a joint statement on the deteriorating situation in South Sudan. Read it here: https://t.co/eez3OdP9Z6
26
50
120
In my meeting with the UN SGs Personal Envoy for Western Sahara, Mr. Staffan de Mistura, I commended his dedicated efforts towards a just, lasting and mutually acceptable solution, in line with UNSC res 2797.
12
3
19
Great to meet my colleague @FMChoHyun in Seoul for substantive talks on strengthening our close ties amid geopolitical tensions. 🇳🇴🤝🇰🇷 South Korea and Norway see eye to eye on most key issues, including multilateralism, security, trade, and the importance of international law.
7
11
49
In Seoul today, I met brave students from the International Democracy Hub. The IDH works to promote human rights in North Korea. The testimonies from young escapees from North Korea were deeply touching. Their perspectives remind us why we cannot forget those still suffering.
10
3
23
Today, I visited the Joint Security Area at the DMZ between North and South Korea. Standing at the border of a conflict that has been frozen since 1953, I’m reminded about a key lesson for Ukraine: that the way a war ends shapes the post-war era for generations to come.
31
12
66
I am shocked by the horrific attack at Bondi Beach, Australia, during a Jewish Hanukkah event. I condemn this despicable act of terror in the strongest possible terms. My deepest condolences to all those affected by today’s tragic attack.
210
54
432
I welcome the release of #NobelPeacePrize laureate Ales Bialiatsky along with 122 others in Belarus, where he was imprisoned for defending human rights. The 🇳🇴 Embassy in Vilnius greeted him upon his release. All remaining political prisoners in 🇧🇾 must be released immediately.
10
5
47
🇳🇴 introducing #UNGA reso; #ICJ's advisory opinion on 🇮🇱's obligations: 🔸this is a resolution in favor of int order, the wider multilat system & the #UN 🔸we cannot accept impediments that hinder hum access & disrupt planned operations in 🇵🇸or elsewhere ▶️ https://t.co/fQrUjRjv7s
8
19
40
Gracias @javierachapma for a good and productive meeting today. Panama & Norway share a strong belief in multilateralism and rules-based international trade. We discussed cooperation in commerce, maritime affairs, the canal, the green transition and curbing the shadow fleet.
6
8
27
Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs @EspenBarthEide 'The alarm is sounding for the #Kordofan region in #Sudan. I am extremely concerned about the reports of a large and increasing number of civilian casualties' https://t.co/yTslIJObMj
regjeringen.no
‘The alarm is sounding for the Kordofan region in Sudan. I am extremely concerned about the reports of a large and increasing number of civilian casualties from airstrikes, artillery shelling, and...
6
24
43
One year after the fall of Assad, I discussed the progress made and concrete steps to tackle the challenges ahead in Syria with @AsaadHShaibani at @DohaForum2025 I reiterated Norway’s commitment and contribution to a peaceful and inclusive transition and reconstruction of Syria.
24
9
29
I had a good conversation with @AnwarGargash 🇦🇪 in the margins of #DohaForum2025. We discussed how to move into phase two of the 20-point plan for Gaza and how to bring an end to the horrific war in Sudan.
2
2
24
Good to meet my friend and colleague @HakanFidan at @DohaForum. In-depth exchanges on the way ahead in Ukraine, Palestine and Syria.
Minister of Foreign Affairs @HakanFidan met with Espen Barth Eide, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Norway, on the margins of the Doha Forum.
5
4
26
Intense and inspiring days at the #DohaForum2025. Good discussions on Palestine, Syria, Iran and the wider region, giving valuable inputs on how to tackle current challenges. #DohaForum promotes diplomacy, dialogue and diversity.
5
11
27