World Leaders and Norwegians Mourn at State Funeral of King Harald V

Norway held a state funeral for King Harald V, drawing crowds to pay their final respects alongside heads of state and royalty from abroad. The ceremony featured traditional bell ringings and diplomatic gatherings amid heightened security measures.

3 Sept, 07:05 — 3 Sept, 07:05

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Former Swiss president Viola Amherd to attend King Harald’s funeral

Former defence minister Viola Amherd will attend the funeral of King Harald V of Norway as Switzerland’s official representative. The ceremony will take place on September 9 in Oslo, with royal families and guests from Switzerland and abroad expected to attend. When asked by the Keystone-SDA news agency, the Federal Chancellery confirmed that Amherd will attend the funeral of King Harald V. In 2024, as Swiss president she travelled to Norway, where she met the monarch. + Drafting women into t...

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