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Norway mourns king Harald V as crown prince Haakon becomes king
European Union🏛️ PoliticsCenter12 hr. ago

Norway mourns king Harald V as crown prince Haakon becomes king

King Harald V of Norway passed away at the age of 89 at Oslo University Hospital’s Rikshospitalet, marking the end of his over three-decade reign. His death was announced by the Royal Palace, with hundreds gathering outside the palace to pay respects and church bells ringing nationwide. Crown Prince Haakon has ascended to the throne as King Haakon VIII, continuing a royal tradition with the motto 'All for Norway.' Norway's monarchy remains largely symbolic, with political authority held by the elected parliament. Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre expressed gratitude for Harald's contributions during his reign.

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Norway mourns king Harald V as crown prince Haakon becomes king

King Harald V of Norway passed away at the age of 89 at Oslo University Hospital’s Rikshospitalet, marking the end of his over three-decade reign. His death was announced by the Royal Palace, with hundreds gathering outside the palace to pay respects and church bells ringing nationwide. Crown Prince Haakon has ascended to the throne as King Haakon VIII, continuing a royal tradition with the motto 'All for Norway.' Norway's monarchy remains largely symbolic, with political authority held by the elected parliament. Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre expressed gratitude for Harald's contributions during his reign.

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