Media centre

If you are a journalist, PRIO’s Communication Department can connect you with our expert researchers who can speak across a diverse range of issues, and in a number of languages.

Topics and regions we cover

PRIO’s current peace and conflict research focuses on 143 countries across the globe.

Many of our researchers have extensive knowledge that is country-specific. Read more about the countries we cover on our Locations page, which includes a list of research carried out on each country, and the researcher who managed the project.

Read more about the full range of issues PRIO has expertise on our Topics page, which includes aid, children, conflict trends, COVID-19, extremism, gender, peacebuilding, drones, terrorism and the war in Ukraine.

PRIO’s Director, Nina Græger, releases an annual list of recommendations for the Nobel Peace Prize, which is covered extensively in the media. Read more about the current and former lists on our Nobel Shortlist pages.

To receive our press releases

Email communication@prio.org to be added to PRIO's Press Releases list to receive news on our latest research.

To get in touch

Email us at communication@prio.org. This email reaches our entire team. You can also reach out to individual members of our team detailed on this page.

Michelle Delaney

Communication Director

michelle@prio.org

+47 941 65 579

Agnete Schjønsby

Senior Communication Adviser

agnete@prio.org

+47 905 71 503

Arnaud Siad

Senior Communication Adviser

arnaud@prio.org

+47 413 52 500

Latest press releases

Press release

Tuesday, 5 Aug 2025

A wall with bullet holes. Photo: Getty Images

Survey shows rise in war fears among Norwegians

Anxiety among Norwegians about the state of global peace and security continues to grow, according to a new survey released by PRIO.

Press release

Monday, 9 Jun 2025

Aftermath of Russian shelling in Myrnohrad, Ukraine. November 2024. Photo: Piotr Sobik/Anadolu via Getty Images

New data shows conflict at historic high as U.S. signals retreat from world stage

The world is experiencing a surge in violence not seen since the post-World War II era. 2024 marked a grim new record: the highest number of state-based armed conflicts in over seven decades.

Press release

Monday, 10 Mar 2025

REMWAR project cover illustration. Illustration: AI-generated photo

Norwegian research foundations develop new technology for studying war crimes against Ukraine

PRIO and NORSAR, both Norway-based research foundations, today announced a joint effort to use cutting-edge sensor technology for uncovering and analysing war crimes in Ukraine.

Press release

Wednesday, 5 Feb 2025

Nina Græger Appointed as New Director of PRIO

PRIO is pleased to announce the appointment of Nina Græger as its next Director, effective 1 July 2025.

Press release

Tuesday, 28 Jan 2025

PRIO Director, Henrik Urdal. Photo: PRIO

PRIO Director's 2025 Nobel Peace Prize List

The Director of PRIO, Henrik Urdal, announced his list today for the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize, with Sudan's Emergency Response Rooms topping the list.

Press release

Wednesday, 22 Jan 2025

Destruction of UNRWA headquarters in Gaza. Photo: Getty Images

New Study Reveals Human Impact of UNRWA Ban: Lifelines to Millions at Risk

New report outlines the on-the-ground consequences of Israel’s ban on UNRWA which comes into effect next week.

Press release

Friday, 11 Oct 2024

Nihon Hidankyo. Illustration: Nobel Peace Centre

Statement on Nobel Peace Prize Announcement by PRIO Director Henrik Urdal

“Today’s Nobel Peace Prize award to Nihon Hidankyo comes at a crucial time when countries are modernizing their nuclear arsenals, and threats of use by traditional and emerging nuclear powers are alarmingly on the rise."

Press release

Thursday, 3 Oct 2024

Henrik Urdal, PRIO Director. Photo: PRIO / Indigo Trigg-Hauger

Nobel Peace Prize 2024: PRIO Director’s Updated List Announced

The Director of the Peace Research Institute Oslo (PRIO), Henrik Urdal, announced his updated list for the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize today, with election observers topping the list.

PRIO in the media

Nina Græger

PRIO Director Nina Græger was interviewed by The Washington Post on the possibility of US President Donald Trump receiving the Nobel Peace Prize.

Nina Græger

PRIO Director Nina Græger was quoted in the media in connection to PRIO's annual survey on Norwegian perceptions of war and peace, by Dagsavisen and Nettavisen newspapers, and TV2.

Pinar Tank

PRIO researcher Pinar Tank was interviewed about the rivalry between Israel and Turkey in Syria, for the Norwegian newspaper Klassekampen.

Jørgen Jensehaugen

PRIO researcher Jørgen Jensehaugen was interviewed by the Norwegian newspaper Dagsavisen, about the Israeli Government’s plan to take over Gaza.

Stein Tønnesson

PRIO researcher Stein Tønnesson was interviewed about the unrest between Thailand and Cambodia by the Norwegian news wire, NTB. The interview was republished by several outlets, including Aftenposten and Dagsavisen.

Marte Nilsen

PRIO researcher Marte Nilsen was interviewed about the recent unrest and ceasefire agreement between Thailand and Cambodia, by Norway’s TV2 here and here, NRK, NRK TV Dagsnytt 18 (watch at 40mins 53secs), NRK TV Dagsrevyen (watch at 4mins 50secs), NRK Nyhetsmorgen radio (listen at 5mins), NRK Nyheter TV (watch at 2 mins 15secs), TV2 twice, Dagbladet and VG newspaper here, here and here.

Kristopher Liden

PRIO researcher Kristopher Liden was also interviewed about Trump’s nomination for the Peace Prize, by Norway's NRK Dagsnytt 18 TV programme

Henrik Syse

PRIO researcher Henrik Syse was interviewed about Donald Trump’s nomination for the Nobel Peace Prize, by the Norwegian newspaper, Dagbladet

Hilde Henriksen Waage

PRIO researcher Hilde Henriksen Waage was interviewed about the crisis in Palestine, by the Norwegian newspapers Aftenposten, Vårt Land, Nettavisen, Dagsavisen and Bergens Tidende

Kristin B. Sandvik

PRIO researcher Kristin B. Sandvik co-wrote an opinion piece on the 14th anniversary of the 22 July terrorist attacks in Norway, for the Norwegian newspaper Dagsavisen.