The Israeli Foreign Ministry responded to the remarks made by the Foreign Minister of Norway, Anniken Huitfeldt, expressing solidarity with the people of Jenin and condemning the "violence against civilians". The ministry expressed its concern, stating that "such statements fail to foster a conducive environment for de-escalation and instead promote radicalization and incitement on the Palestinian side. By disregarding the terrorist attack in Tel Aviv and the rocket fire from Gaza, the remarks undermine the prospects for meaningful dialogue between Israel and Norway."