Norway’s King Harald V Dies at 89; Crown Prince Haakon Becomes King
What Happened
Norway's King Harald V passed away peacefully at Oslo University Hospital on 28 August at the age of 89. The monarch had reigned since 1991 and was Europe's oldest reigning monarch. Following his death, Crown Prince Haakon automatically succeeded him as King Haakon VIII. Indian PM Narendra Modi also condoled the King's passing, recalling their meeting earlier this year and praising his warmth and sense of service to Norway.
Key Takeaways
The death of King Harald V ends a 35-year reign and ushers in a new era for Norway under King Haakon VIII, while tributes from world leaders underline Harald’s stature as a widely respected and unifying monarch.