After statehood recognition, Palestinians stuck in limbo in Norway - The

LONDON: When Norway recognized Palestine as a state, Palestinian engineer Adam was thrilled by the show of support, little knowing the move would ultimately derail his family’s dream of winning citizenship in their adopted homeland.The very act of recognition — granted on 28 May, 2024 — means that Oslo no longer considers Palestinians like Adam to be stateless, according to the Norwegian Directorate of Immigration (UDI) which oversees visa processes.And this change has upended Adam’s dreams and left him dumbfounded by what has turned out to be a poisoned chalice.“We don’t know what is the reason behind this. Is it to satisfy some parties who are against immigrants or is it for some other reasons?” said Adam, who wanted to...