Norway marks King Harald’s death as a new era begins under Haakon VIII.
They publishedNorway mourns King Harald as new era begins under Haakon VIII
First reportAP News · 28 Aug, 07:26Z
Latest reportAl Jazeera · 29 Aug, 09:45Z
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Why it matters
What
Norway declared national mourning after King Harald V died aged 89, and Haakon became King Haakon VIII.
Why
Harald is remembered as a unifying reformer who promoted inclusivity, while Haakon swore before Parliament to defend the constitution.
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Norway’s transition to Haakon VIII’s reign, which begins amid scandals.
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Summary
- Crown Prince Haakon, 53, becomes King Haakon VIII upon Harald V’s death.
- Haakon previously acted as regent during his father’s failing health.
- The monarchy’s role remains largely symbolic with Parliament holding power.
- Haakon’s marriage to Mette-Marit faced public scrutiny due to past associations.
- Håkaon’s stepson Marius Borg Høiby was convicted of rape in 2023.
Summary
- King Harald V dies at 89 after treatment for a rare blood condition.
- Haakon VIII becomes monarch, meeting ministers for an extraordinary council of state.
- Nation declares a period of mourning; funeral date and arrangements TBD.
- Monarchy's legacy praised; Haakon to take oath before parliament Tuesday.
- Royal family faces turbulence with prior scandals and health issues.
Summary
- Norway begins a new chapter as Haakon VIII ascends the throne.
- King Harald dies aged 89, prompting a national mourning period.
- Haakon arrives with crown princess Ingrid Alexandra to inform government.
- Parliament to have Haakon take an oath of allegiance on Tuesday.
- Harald, Europe’s oldest reigning monarch, was loved for openness and unity.
Summary
- Norway declares national mourning after Europe’s oldest monarch dies aged 89.
- King Harald V dies in Oslo University Hospital; Haakon becomes King Haakon VIII.
- Haakon takes oath before Parliament to defend Norway’s constitution.
- Nation remembers Harald as a unifying reformer who promoted inclusivity.
- Scandals cloud the transition as the new era begins under Haakon VIII.