Oslo, Aug 27, 2026 (AFP) - Norway holds its breath as King Harald's health deteriorates

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2026-08-27

Norway's royal family gathered Thursday at King Harald V's bedside in hospital, while hundreds paid respects outside the palace, after the court announced that the 89-year-old monarch's health condition was "extremely serious". Queen Sonja and Harald's 53-year-old son Crown Prince Haakon, who is acting as regent, have cancelled all royal engagements and spent much of Thursday at his side at Oslo University Hospital along with other family members......

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