“No fuel for Americans” Norwegians cut ties with US Military
Haltbakk Bunkers stop fuel supply for US military forces. Credit: Haltbakk Bunkers website
Norwegian fuel company Haltbakk Bunkers has announced it will no longer supply fuel to US military forces in Norway or to American ships docking in Norwegian ports.
The company has cited as a reason the strong opposition to recent U.S. actions regarding Ukraine.
In a statement, the company condemned a televised event featuring U.S. President Donald Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance, calling it the “biggest shitshow ever presented live on TV.”
Haltbakk Bunkers praised Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for his restraint, accusing the US of “putting on a backstabbing TV show” and declaring that the spectacle “made us sick.”
As a result, the company said it would “immediately STOP” supplying fuel to American forces in Norway, urging other European businesses to follow suit. It concluded its statement with “Slava Ukraina” in support of Ukraine.
Who is Haltbakk Bunkers
Based in Kristiansund, Norway, Haltbakk Bunkers supplies marine fuel to civilian and military vessels operating in Norwegian waters.
The company has been an essential provider for NATO and allied forces, making its decision to cut off the US military a logistical challenge.
What does it mean for the US Military Operations?
Norway is a strategic NATO ally and is frequently hosting US and allied forces for joint exercises and Arctic defense operations. The impact on American military operations in Norway and the North Atlantic is yet to be determined.
The move made by Haltbakk Bunkers raises questions about broader European reactions to US policy regarding Ukraine and the conflict with Russia. Other businesses or governments might take similar steps in the next few days.
For the moment, the US has not responded to Haltbakk Bunkers’ decision.