Norwegian fuel firm cuts ties with US navy amid tensions
The Norwegian company Haltbakk Bunkers is halting fuel deliveries to American armed forces in Norway and their ships calling at Norwegian ports. This is a reaction to Friday's events at the White House and Donald Trump's behavior toward the President of Ukraine.
Haltbakk Bunkers, one of the largest Norwegian fuel suppliers, will no longer supply the U.S. Navy. This decision is in response to Friday's events at the White House, where tensions arose between Donald Trump, JD Vance, and Volodymyr Zelensky. The Ukrainian president's visit to the U.S. ended with Trump expelling the Ukrainian delegation, breaking off talks, and canceling the planned press conference.
A Norwegian blow to the USA
"No fuel for Americans!" announced the Norwegian company on social media. In their statement, representatives of Haltbakk Bunkers emphasized: "We witnessed the greatest spectacle ever presented live on television by the president and vice president of the U.S."
"The refusal to deliver fuel takes effect immediately and concerns American ships calling at Norwegian ports," the company's statement stressed. The statement ends with the words: "Glory to Ukraine!"
Gunnar Gran, the owner of Haltbakk Bunkers, admitted that his decision may not significantly impact the American armed forces, as fuel is delivered through intermediaries.
He explained in an interview with the Kystens Næringsliv portal, "In 2024, we supplied them with about 792,516 gallons. It’s simply moral support."
The Norwegian government reacts
Internet users report that the American submarine USS Delaware (SSN-791) had trouble refueling in Norway and was forced to turn back. The Norwegian Ministry of Defense commented on the matter, admitting that they have heard about the reports and stated that "this is not in line with the Norwegian government's policy."
The Norwegian Ministry of Defense ensures they maintain "close and strong defense cooperation" with the USA. Norwegian Defense Minister Tore Sandvik stated that "American forces will continue to receive the supply and support they require from Norway."
Source: X, Kystens Næringsliv
