Haakon, the reluctant prince who became Norway's new king - Reuters

Haakon, the reluctant prince who became Norway's new king  Reuters

Norway’s crown prince becomes King Haakon VIII after his father’s death - AP News

Norway’s crown prince becomes King Haakon VIII after his father’s death  AP News

Oslo mayor cancels own wedding after death of Norway's king

Anne Lindboe, the mayor of Norway's capital, had planned to marry her fiance on Friday.

Who Is Haakon, Norway’s New King?

Crown Prince Haakon, the only son of King Harald V, will become monarch, a largely ceremonial and symbolic role.

By Lynsey Chutel

Harald V, Norway King Who Raced Yachts at Olympics, Dead at 89

King Harald V, Norway’s monarch for 35 years and a three-time Olympic yachtsman, has died. He was 89.

By Stephen Treloar

King Harald of Norway dies aged 89

Death of Europe’s oldest reigning monarch comes at a time of turmoil for Norwegian royal family

Norway’s King Harald, who fled Nazis as a child and modernized monarchy, dies at 89

The Norwegian ruler's forbidden love story with a commoner who would become queen sparked a scandal but ultimately endeared him to the public.

By Victoria Craw

Harald V, Norway's beloved king for more than 30 years, has died

Admired for his simplicity and humility, he was the first monarch born in Norway in nearly six centuries. He died on Friday at the age of 89.

Norway’s King Harald dies leaving stormy succession over crown princess’s Epstein links

Crown Prince Haakon’s wife, Mette-Marit, corresponded with late US sex offender between 2011 and 2014, long after he was convicted King Harald V of Norway has died at the age of 89, the palace in Oslo has announced, triggering the succession of his son, Haakon, whose wife Mette-Marit’s association with Jeffrey Epstein has sparked fierce recent controversy. “It is with deep sadness that we announce that His Majesty King Harald passed away today. King Harald passed away peacefully at Oslo Unive...

By Jon Henley Europe correspondent

Norway's King Harald V dies at 89 and his son becomes King Haakon VIII

King Harald V of Norway, who went into exile in the United States as a child during the Nazi occupation of his homeland and refused a string of European noblewomen to marry his school sweetheart, died Friday.

By The Associated Press

Norway’s King Harald V dies, succeeded by son

Harald V, who was Europe's oldest reigning monarch, has died at the age of 89. His son will reign as King Haakon VIII.

Norway's King Harald dies peacefully at 89, son Crown Prince Haakon to succeed him

Norway's King Harald died peacefully at Oslo University Hospital at age 89, with Crown Prince Haakon set to succeed him as the nation mourns.

Harald V of Norway obituary: popular king and champion sailor - The Times

Harald V of Norway obituary: popular king and champion sailor  The Times

King Harald V, Norway's reform-minded head of state, dead at 89

Norway's King ‌Harald, a ​reformer who emerged ​from the shadow ​of his well-loved ‌father over more than three decades on the ‌throne, has died aged ​89, the royal palace said on ​Friday.

Norway’s King Harald V, reform-minded head of state, dies at 89

His son Haakon will be Norway’s fourth king since the country gained independence from Sweden in 1905, with Mette-Marit as his queen

By Terje Solsvik and Gwladys Fouche

Who is King Haakon? What to know about Norway’s new monarch

Crown Prince Haakon became Norway’s king on Friday after the death of his father Harald. Here are some ⁠facts about the new 53-year-old monarch. Early years The new king was born Haakon Magnus on July ⁠20, 1973, and went to a state primary school, as is expected of royals in the egalitarian Scandinavian nation – though his secondary school was private. He joined the navy before studying politics at the University of California, Berkeley and, later, development studies at the London School of...

By Reuters

Norway's King Harald dies at 89

King Harald, who has been Norway's ceremonial head of state since 1991, has always insisted he will not abdicate, saying his oath as king was for life.

King Harald's death puts focus on Norway's future king

Following King Harald's death, attention is turning to Crown Prince Haakon, who is set to become Norway's next king after a turbulent year for the royal family. His wife, Crown Princess Mette-Marit, underwent a lung transplant in June and has faced scrutiny over reported past ties to Jeffrey Epstein, while her son was sentenced to four years in prison for rape.

By FRANCE24

How Mette-Marit went from a ‘wild life’ to Queen of Norway

The single mother met the crown prince at a music festival – and everything changed

By Nora Buli and Gwladys Fouche

Norway’s crown prince becomes King Haakon VIII amid family scandals: From Epstein ties to a shaman brother-in-law

The new monarch takes the throne as his wife, Mette-Marit, remains under scrutiny over her links to the convicted sex offender

By Ferrer Ferrer

King Harald V of Norway dies

King Harald V of Norway has died aged 89 after developing a serious blood infection.

Norway's King Harald dies peacefully at 89, son Crown Prince Haakon to succeed him

Who is King Haakon VIII? Norway's new king who once wanted to escape royal life

By AYUSH PANDEY

Quote of the Day by King Harald: ‘Individuals shall not destroy the vast majority who want fellowship’

King Harald V of Norway, who passed away at 89, advocated for democracy and inclusion. He emphasized the importance of fellowship.

Reactions to the death of Norway's King Harald - The Straits Times

Reactions to the death of Norway's King Harald  The Straits Times

King Harald V, Norway’s reform-minded head of state, dies at 89

Norway’s King Harald, a reformer who emerged from the shadow of his well-loved, extrovert father over more than three decades on the throne, died on Friday at the age of 89, the royal palace said, at a time of multiple crises for the Norwegian royal family. “King Harald passed away peacefully at Oslo University Hospital […]

Norway's King Harald, Europe's Oldest Monarch, Dies At 89

King Harald, who was Europe's oldest living monarch, was taken to hospital on August 17.

King Harald, Norway's reform-minded head of state, dies at 89

Harald's death comes at a tumultuous time for the royal family, as Crown Princess Mette-Marit faces public scrutiny for her friendship with Jeffrey Epstein.

King Harald, Norway's reform-minded head of state, dies at 89

Norway’s King Harald, a reformer who emerged from the shadow of his well-loved father over more than three decades on the throne, has died aged 89, the royal palace said on Friday. “It is with deep sadness that we announce that His Majesty King Harald passed away today. King Harald passed away peacefully at Oslo University Hospital on Friday, August 28 at 6:35 am,” it said in a statement. More to follow

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King Harald of Norway has died aged 89

By Reuters

King Harald V, Norway’s reform-minded head of state, dies at 89

Norway’s King Harald, a reformer who emerged from the shadow of his well-loved, extrovert father over more than three decades on the throne, died on Friday at the age of 89, the royal palace said, at a time of multiple crises for the Norwegian royal family. “King Harald passed away peacefully at Oslo University Hospital […]

By newsroom

King Harald V of Norway, Europe's oldest reigning monarch, dies aged 89

His death comes after a tumultuous time for the country’s royal family, which was hit by several scandals this year.

Ex-President Niinistö: Norway's late King Harald was a 'wise elder'

Harald had a positive view of Finland.

King Harald V, Norway’s reform-minded head of state, dies at 89

Norway's King Harald, a reformer who emerged from the shadow of his well-loved, extrovert father over more than three decades on the throne, died on Friday at the age of 89, the royal palace said, at a time of multiple crises for the Norwegian royal family.

By Reuters

Swiss president ‘greatly saddened’ by death of Norwegian king

Swiss President Guy Parmelin has expressed his condolences to the Norwegian Royal Family and the people of the Scandinavian country following the death of King Harald V. Parmelin was “deeply saddened” by the King’s death, he wrote on X. Harald V, who died on Friday morning at the age of 89, “will be remembered for his steadfast leadership and devoted service to his country”, Parmelin wrote. The King’s health, which had been steadily deteriorating, had also moved Norwegians living in Switzerla...

By swissinfo.ch

King Harald V, Norway’s reform-minded head of state, dies at 89

A great-great-grandchild of Britain's Queen Victoria, Harald acceded to the throne in 1991 and slowly introduced modern touches that brought a ceremonial post seen mainly as a symbol of national independence into the 21st century

By Reuters

What happens now that Norway’s King Harald V has died? - news24.com

What happens now that Norway’s King Harald V has died?  news24.com

Norway’s King Harald V dies at 89, his son becomes king - Arab News

Norway’s King Harald V dies at 89, his son becomes king  Arab News

King Harald V, Norway's reform-minded head of state, dies at 89

Royal palace confirms monarch's passing, Prince Haakon to ascend throne as fourth king since country's independence

By Reuters

Norway’s King Harald V Dead at 89, Son Becomes King Haakon VIII

King Harald V’s reign has ended. The Norwegian monarch died peacefully at the National Hospital in Oslo on Aug. 28, the palace confirmed, after being hospitalized for a blood infection. He was...

By Hayley Santaflorentina

Norway’s King Harald V dies at 89 and his son becomes King Haakon VIII - International - World - Ahram Online

Norway’s King Harald V dies at 89 and his son becomes King Haakon VIII - International - World  Ahram Online

Norway's King Harald Dies at 89

King Harald, Norway's ceremonial head of state since 1991, maintained that his oath was for life. His son, Prince Haakon, has now assumed the throne.

King Harald of Norway dies aged 89

Norway's oldest living monarch, King Harald, passed away peacefully, following a severe blood...

Norway's King Harald dies at 89, Crown Prince Haakon takes over

Norway is mourning King Harald V, who died Friday at 89 after more than three decades on the throne, ending a reign marked by national unity, modernization of the monarchy and an u...

King Harald, Norway's reform-minded head of state, dies at 89 - The Star

King Harald, Norway's reform-minded head of state, dies at 89  The Star

Norway mourns King Harald V after 35 years on throne - Nation Thailand

Norway mourns King Harald V after 35 years on throne  Nation Thailand

PROFILE: Norway’s new King Haakon VII takes throne, faces royal scandals

As comfortable in a duffel coat as in ceremonial dress, Norway’s new monarch, King Haakon VII, is the new face of a monarchy long praised for its modernity and modesty, but now beset by woe and scandal. Haakon automatically succeeded to the throne Friday after his father, King Harald, passed away peacefully earlier in the Read More: https://punchng.com/profile-norways-new-king-haakon-vii-takes-throne-faces-royal-scandals/

By Punch Newspapers

Norway's King Harald V has died - The Brussels Times

Norway's King Harald V has died  The Brussels Times

Norway's King Harald dies aged 89: A beloved monarch buffeted by family crises - the-star.co.ke

Norway's King Harald dies aged 89: A beloved monarch buffeted by family crises  the-star.co.ke

NATO, EU send condolences as King Charles mourns cousin Harald

Britain’s King Charles III, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen have expressed condolences following the death of Norway’s King Harald V, paying tribute to the monarch’s more than three decades of service to his country. Harald died on Friday at the age of 89, after reigning for more […] The post NATO, EU send condolences as King Charles mourns cousin Harald appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Nwafor

Norway's King Harald of Norway dies aged 89 - Graphic Online

Norway's King Harald of Norway dies aged 89  Graphic Online

The life and death of King Harald of Norway: the Nazi threat and the forbidden love that defeated the palace

Crown Prince Haakon succeeds his father as Norway's new king, expected to take the name Haakon VIII, after King Harald died peacefully at Oslo University Hospital on Friday morning, ending a reign of 35 years The post The life and death of King Harald of Norway: the Nazi threat and the forbidden love that defeated the palace appeared first on ProtoThema English.

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Dutch Royals "deeply saddened" by Norwegian King Harald V's death

King Willem-Alexander, Queen Maxima, and Princess Beatrix are “deeply saddened” to learn about the passing of King Harald V of Norway, the Dutch royals said in a joint statement.

By 91321

King Harald V, Norway's reform-minded head of state, dies at 89 - Daily Monitor

King Harald V, Norway's reform-minded head of state, dies at 89  Daily Monitor

Lithuania’s leaders offer condolences over death of Norway’s King Harald V - LRT

Lithuania’s leaders offer condolences over death of Norway’s King Harald V  LRT

Norway’s King Harald dies aged 89

Norway's King Harald V has died at the age of 89, after he was taken to hospital last week for treatment for a rare blood condition.

By Deborah Okailey Quarcoo

Norway’s King Harald dies peacefully Friday morning - The Copenhagen Post

Norway’s King Harald dies peacefully Friday morning  The Copenhagen Post

King Harald V of Norway dies at 89

Norway’s King Harald V has died at the age of 89 after 35 years on the throne, ending a reign in which he steered the monarchy through social change and periods of national crisis. The Royal House of Norway said Harald died at Oslo University Hospital at 6.35am on Friday, 28 August. He had been in hospital since 17 August and his condition had deteriorated in the days before his death.

Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Headlines - Print Edition Norway’s King Harald dies aged 89 - Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Headlines - Print Edition Norway’s King Harald dies aged 89  Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka

Norway's King Harald dies at 89

Oslo: Norway's King Harald, Europe's oldest living monarch, has died at 89, the royal court said on Friday.The monarch had been receiving treatment for a...

By Times of Oman

“I remember him with great warmth and gratitude”

Halla Tómasdóttir, President of Iceland, remembers King Harald of Norway, who died early this morning, in a post on Instagram.

King Harald V, Norway's reform-minded head of state, dies at 89 - thecitizen.co.tz

King Harald V, Norway's reform-minded head of state, dies at 89  thecitizen.co.tz

Norway’s Crown Prince Haakon takes throne with previous ties to Azerbaijan

The Royal Palace has announced the death of King Harald V at the age of 89. He had reigned since 1991. While the king was on medical leave, his 53-year-old son, Crown Prince Haakon, served as regent. He will now succeed him to the throne as the next king.