Russian President Dmitry Medvedev offered the Norwegian leadership Russian assistance in overcoming the tragedy that befell the Norwegian people. According to the president's press secretary, Natalya Timakova, Mr. Medvedev called Prime Minister Jens Stoltenberg to express his condolences. “The President also offered any assistance that Russia can provide in overcoming this tragedy,” said Natalya Timakova. Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin sent a telegram to Oslo. "Please accept our deepest condolences for the barbaric crimes in Oslo and on the island of Utøya, which led to so many casualties. There can be no justification for these senseless acts of violence. We sincerely mourn and empathize with the friendly Norwegian people, we are ready to provide you with everything you need help and assistance,” the message says. Vladimir Putin asked his Norwegian colleague to convey words of sympathy and support to the families and friends of the victims and wishes for a speedy recovery to the injured. On the building of the Norwegian Embassy on Povarskaya Street in Moscow, the national flag is flown at half-staff as a sign of mourning. Candles are burning at the doors of the diplomatic mission, people bring flowers there.

Condolences in connection with the terrorist attack in Norway are pouring into Oslo from all over the world. US President Barack Obama offered the kingdom assistance in investigating the terrorist attacks. Messages expressing grief and sympathy were sent to Norway by Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Armenia, Latvia, Estonia, and China. The terrorist attacks were condemned by the UN Security Council.

Norway accepts condolences