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The time for fossil fuel has passed.

In Norway's case, that means the age of oil is over.

- I should have intervened. - No. This can't be stopped.

We are faced with a decision.

Are we willing to sacrifice thousands of lives to no avail?

You know we're struggling, right? It's bad.

- Don't print your story. - Why not?

I'll give you an exclusive interview.

You'll print this the day before Constitution Day?

I thought I'd start with the occupation.

Words like "occupation" are inappropriate.

Several weeks have passed. This is all about energy policy.

Supplying Europe with oil and gas.

But you've agreed to renegotiate maritime boundaries.

Thomas, in 10-15 years, when Russia has developed new fields up there,

we will be supplying Europe with cheaper, cleaner thorium energy.

But you still have to agree

that these new policies have been imposed on us.

Yes, I do.

And I can't support a policy contrary to our own platform.

Then you understand why people wonder

why it took you three weeks to figure that out.

Yes, I can understand that.

But things have to happen in the proper order.

What is the proper order?

The Russians will withdraw later this year,

when our oil and gas exports are back to last year's levels.

And once they have withdrawn,

I will resign as prime minister.

- You aren't resigning now? - No.

This was your life's work.

Your great idea.

You opened people's eyes, only to capitulate?

Because of Russia and the EU?

There is a huge difference between being in a green party,

formulating dreams about a cleaner future,

and governing a nation through a crisis.

Turn that back on. This is important.

So you admit that this is an occupation?

No!

An occupation entails

a takeover of the government, the military, the police,

robbing us of our civil rights.

We are nowhere near that situation.

And I will remain as prime minister

so the Norwegian people won't doubt what is going on.

Why should we believe you, when you have abandoned all your principles?

You're a grown man, Thomas. We aren't students.

I am responsible for this country. I am responsible

for our citizens. Those are my principles now.

Grow up. Act like a journalist.

A NEW MAJORITY NEW POWER

FREE NORWAY

The streets are starting to fill, although the big celebrations...

Did you have a nightmare last night?

- What did you dream? - That someone got shot.

Let me show you something.

Look out here.

- Yes, it's Constitution Day! - Ready for tons of ice cream?

- Yes! - Come on.

- Our national costume? - Yeah.

It feels right this year.

- I have to go. - Already?

But I bought this lovely breakfast. Bread, bacon, roast beef...

We have a briefing. Today is going to be complicated.

- Why didn't they print the interview? - They wanted to wait.

Sidorova wants to join the ceremony according to his secretary.

To show respect for Norway.

No. Bad idea.

- It can appear provocative. - She's already on her way.

What are we waiting for?

- What's the holdup? - I don't know.

The commander refuses to come out.

- Where is he? - In there.

What is going on? We agreed on this ceremony.

I never agreed.

I see.

This was cleared by the High Command.

I can't accept a medal for having done nothing.

This medal is for courage under dangerous conditions.

And preventing loss of life.

- That is why you're getting it. - We want to defend ourselves!

The best defense in this case was to show restraint.

I respect your objections, but let's get this ceremony started.

We all have a busy day today.

You have to go out there and accept that medal!

If you don't come now, I'll have you ordered out.

This is much more important than your pride.

In a difficult situation for our country,

His Majesty the King's Guard showed great wisdom

and masterful judgment which contributed to ensuring peace.

They also chose diplomacy and cooperation.

So it is a great honor for me to award

the Armed Forces Medal for Heroic Deeds

to their commander, Lieutenant Colonel Harald Vold.

Left shoulder...

arms!

Present...

arms!

Look out!

Shots fired!

Don't move!

Don't move!

Get back!

Sorry. We're closed.

Hello?

Hello!

- Hello? - Hi! Where are you?

Where does it sound like we are?

Listen, we have to skip the barbecue at Dag's.

Someone wants to rent the entire restaurant.

- But you don't have any staff. - I'll take care of it myself.

Could you help me after the parade?

Not today, Bente.

We can't cancel. What about the kids?

Petter has a party, and Maja has been looking forward to this for weeks.

Thomas, we have no money and I'm out of work.

Maybe we could sell the car.

Thomas, I have 400,000 kroner of unpaid bills, and no income.

Fine!

Maja?

Maja!

Bring the guardsman to the police for questioning.

And don't forget his gun.

I'd like to be there for the questioning. Christensen is young.

- Take that up with the police. - Of course.

- Can you take me to him? - Don't you have him?

The military police have him. Our concern was the prime minister.

- Where is the guardsman? - They took him.

- Two Russian bodyguards. - We thought they had permission.

- Forget about it! - You have no choice.

You promised I could go to Ola's party.

I don't want to do dishes either, but we're family.

I'm not part of Bente's family.

Yes, you are. That restaurant pays our bills.

And it's her apartment.

I didn't choose to live there.

Come on!

OK.

Let's go on strike.

Let's have an ice-cream strike.

No!

Why don't you guys go on inside?

See you later.

What were they doing at our ceremony, anyway?

Probably just bad communication.

What does this have to do with oil policy?

Let me make a call.

- Everything OK? - Sure.

You should have seen that bodyguard. He was quick.

Sigve called. They aren't coming after all.

Over half have cancelled.

A lot of people think it's strange to come here today

and cheer after all that has happened.

Do you think we should cancel?

What kind of signal would that send?

We still have some guests.

Maybe we should send a sign to show that we don't approve either.

No.

On the contrary.

It's important that we show we can handle this.

Is it really so important?

I don't know how much longer I can take this. This is a nightmare.

Yes, it is a nightmare.

But we have to live with it for a few more months.

Can't we just leave now?

I want to leave now.

You can't. You aren't allowed to fly.

Not until this little guy comes out.

Hey...

Hi, there. You do know it's a holiday?

- Happy Constitution Day. - Likewise.

See what that is?

A guardsman being attacked?

The one who aimed his gun at Sidorova.

The Russians have him.

And this is the headline you're thinking of?

It looks like a personal attack on the prime minister.

So you admit that this is an occupation?

No!

An occupation entails

a takeover of the government, the military, the police,

robbing us of our civil rights.

We are nowhere near that situation.

They need to have a chance to comment.

Yeah.

They were mad enough when we chose not to print that interview.

Friends and colleagues, welcome!

Last year we hosted our first Constitution Day lunch.

There were many of us, and the atmosphere was fantastic.

No one left, even when I started singing at the top of my voice.

It was actually hard to get people to leave.

This year,

it's been hard to get people to come.

And that's not so strange.

I know that many of you here

have struggled with my decision to remain in power

until the Russians leave.

But for me, that was a simple decision.

Because the alternative would have been catastrophic.

We remained in power

to protect everyone who lives in this country.

We remained in power to maintain our sovereignty.

We chose to cooperate in what can only be called an extreme situation.

And not one human life has been lost.

That is something we can be proud of.

So I am proud

as I today raise my glass

and salute our national holiday.

Let me find the prime minister so he can consider his response.

- Can I call him directly? - I'm afraid not.

- It is Constitution Day. - How long do you need?

Two hours. Thanks. Bye.

Get me the Police Security Service.

- Arnesen speaking. - I have the prime minister here.

- What's the status on the guardsman? - The Russians are holding him.

But he will only speak to the Norwegian police.

- So we're sending someone? - The Russians won't let us in.

Sure they will.

That guy who just saved Sidorova's life...

- Djupvik. - They'll let him in.

He's a bodyguard. He's never carried out an interrogation.

That makes no difference. He's a cop.

We just have to get the guardsman to talk so they release him.

They'll check if you're wearing a wire.

Probably strip-search you.

Djupvik.

Welcome.

No, that's not necessary. We trust him.

My apologies.

Come with me.

Here is Stefan Christensen. Please enter.

How are you doing? Are you injured?

Is it correct that you tried to shoot Irina Sidorova on May 17 at 08:13?

- You know the answer. - Please respond.

- Yes, that is correct. - Why?

- Because no one else will do it. - Do what?

Stop the Russians.

They can't simply take over our country without anyone reacting.

I failed to kill Sidorova today, but I guarantee she will be killed.

How? You'll never get close to her again.

I'm not the only one who wants her dead.

Who else?

Everyone in the armed forces wants every Russian dead.

Are you sure?

Our prime minister may be an ass-kisser, but our armed forces aren't!

Do you mean the military in general?

Yes.

But I can only be sure about the ones I'm in contact with.

Who is that?

Guardsmen?

I'm sure all the guardsmen are on the same page.

Including the higher-ups?

Are there officers with the same opinion?

I said the entire guard, didn't I?

- How high up are we talking? - Could be all the way to the top.

Give me some names.

You think I'm stupid?

Why would I do that?

Because I'm your only ticket out of here.

You?

We're finished in here.

Come with me.

Thank you. Well done.

We are ready to leave.

I'm afraid we can't let him go.

- We had an agreement. - I am aware of that.

The circumstances have changed.

What do you mean?

My boss will contact your boss.

Tell him he really should reconsider.

I strongly recommend you come with us now.

- His secretary wants another hour. - That makes two hours and ten minutes.

OK.

Now we can celebrate Constitution Day!

Sorry.

I had to do something at work.

- Are things going well here? - Great. They love my cooking.

Excellent!

- What can I do? - The dishes.

The dishes?

Don't give me that smile!

One of the guests has reserved five tables for next week.

I may have to start hiring again.

Are they also Russians?

Yes.

Is that a problem?

Whatever, as long as I don't have to do any more dishes.

Sit down. Relax.

I can take over. You just relax.

GRU Spetsnaz. Russian elite soldiers.

I had a close encounter with those guys.

But how can Russian special forces be here without anyone informing me?

We would be happy to increase our intelligence.

Djupvik?

Do you really think the commander was involved?

Christensen refused to divulge any names.

Get me Sidorova. Can no one give me a proper answer?

The news has leaked out that the Russians have the guardsman.

Let's hope they don't get any pictures of those guys.

Can I talk to the commander?

No. He refuses to speak to anyone until his demands have been met.

What are his exact demands?

He will release his hostages as soon as Christensen is with our police.

And he wants a standing order

to deny Russian personnel access to any Norwegian military installation.

I think Christensen is lying.

- Do you know what they do? - I have no idea.

All I care about is that they can afford to pay me.

- Have you come for me? - Yes.

I'm glad.

Will you still not reveal who your collaborators are?

No.

The Russians will find out who we are next time.

I believe you acted alone.

I think you're a lone wolf.

I don't think it was planned. You're all alone.

No one will follow up your plan. There is no one else.

You're all alone. That's what everyone else thinks too.

Believe whatever you want.

Fine. Let's say the military was behind it.

That there were others. This was planned.

How long did it take to plan?

Don't you know?

- Maybe you just received an order. - It took one week.

One week?

And when did you get involved?

From the outset.

So you planned the assassination of Sidorova one week in advance?

Yes. That is correct.

Thank you.

Excellent.

Sidorova is waiting for you.

What are you doing?

I finally have a chance to get things going, and you sabotage me?

What have I done?

You're simply here as a waiter. Be nice.

I just asked him about the strange activities next door.

No! There's nothing strange.

Yes, there is!

We have been invaded, and we have the right to ask questions.

That rich Russian out there wants to know if he can feel safe here.

- Fine. I'll talk to him. - No, don't talk to him!

- I can fix this. - Thomas!

Just go. I don't want you here.

I'm serious. Go.

- Can Djupvik hear me now? - Affirmative.

How did you manage to persuade Sidorova?

She wants to show that she doesn't fear extremists.

She said she couldn't have done this without you.

Congratulations.

Thank you.

- Will you get this to the papers? - Yes. With plenty of pictures.

- Any comment? - Christensen?

Do you have any comments?

Third floor. Two windows facing the street over the main entrance.

- Who gives her orders? - I don't know.

Who did she talk to before making the decision?

She made it herself. She didn't call anyone.

And she received no messages before she released him.

Was no one else present?

An intelligence officer. Serkin.

He speaks Swedish.

Good.

- Thank you for a wonderful evening. - Thank you very much.

- Seems like they're having fun still. - That's right.

I'm sure it's OK. Thank you.

- Can I leave now? - Yes, you can.

Thank you for your help.

Hang on.

- Your tip. - Seriously? Thank you so much!

How late can I stay out?

Just be home before your dad wakes up.

OK. Bye.

Everyone should feel safe here.

That is why we reacted so forcefully

to what appears to have been an assassination attempt.

But the laws of Norway must be enforced by Norwegian police.

And the Russian Energy Administration understands that.

I'm grateful that the Norwegian media hasn't used this episode,

on our national holiday,

to stir up any hostility.

That would be completely uncalled for.

- Hi, Thomas. - Are you watching TV?

No.

The prime minister is trying to put the blame on us.

Excellent. More readers for us. You've never had so many repostings.

People are seething on social media.

Yeah.

- Hi. - Hi.

Have you had a nice day?

We must have had a hundred hot dogs and a million ice-cream cones.

How about you?

It's been fine.

I think.

Has something happened?

I saved a life today.

Did you save that Russian?

No way!

So she's alive thanks to you?

Good girl.

- Mom! - Yes?

Come here!

What is it?

Huh?

Wait here.