Overview

• Rackete rose from the audience to accuse Norway of acting like drug dealers for exporting gas before security escorted her out of the NRK studio.
• The disruption occurred during Arendalsuka’s live leaders’ debate, where an elephant-costumed activist also entered the studio to draw attention to the protest.
• She is joining Extinction Rebellion’s Phase Out Action Days, a multi-day campaign targeting fossil fuel industry practices in Norway.
• Activists contend that Equinor’s electrification of the Melkøya gas plant is greenwashing, with the company’s Arendalsuka sponsorship used to mute climate discussion.
• Protesters highlight threats to Sámi reindeer lands in Finnmark and demand a socially just transition for workers and indigenous communities.