“Such an essentially unprecedented step is justified by the actions of Russia, which “led to the most serious military-political situation in Europe.”

No, it wasn’t our actions that led, it was your actions that led, ”Zakharova said.

She noted that the Russian side will respond to any unfriendly actions of the Norwegian side.

Earlier, Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre said at a press conference that the country's government had decided to increase the readiness of the kingdom's armed forces from November 1 against the backdrop of the conflict in Ukraine.

Deputy Foreign Minister of Norway Eivind Vad Petersson said that Oslo will continue to supply weapons to Ukraine.