10 Nov 2017 | 09:56 AM UTC
Norway: Heightened security at Oslo International Airport
Police to be temporarily armed at Oslo International Airport amid security ongoing threats
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The Norwegian government has confirmed that police at Oslo International Airport (OSL) will be armed for a period of three months due to ongoing security concerns. According to police officials, this measure aims to deter terrorists from launching attacks against the airport, which has a number of open and relatively accessible areas.
Officials have not yet announced when this measure will come into effect.