King Harald’s Final Illness, Death and Royal Succession

Chronology

1. 24-08-2026
   King Harald’s Health Deteriorates Amid Royal Family Strains

   3 articles

   Norway’s 89-year-old King Harald V remains hospitalized at Oslo University Hospital after developing a bloodstream bacterial infection alongside haemolytic anaemia and fluid retention linked to cortisone treatment. Although his health deteriorated, palace officials say he has res…
2. 28-08-2026
   Norway Mourns Harald V as Haakon VIII Takes Throne

   15 articles

   Norway has entered national mourning following the death of King Harald V at 89 on August 28, 2026, after a prolonged period of health problems that included haemolytic anaemia, a bacterial bloodstream infection and earlier pacemaker treatment. Harald’s 35-year reign was marked b…
3. 29-08-2026
   Norway Mourns Harald as Haakon VIII Begins New Reign

   5 articles

   Norway has entered a period of national mourning after King Harald V died at age 89 following a lengthy reign of 35 years. Remembered as a warm, humorous, inclusive and accessible “king of the people,” Harald was honored by thousands who gathered outside the Royal Palace in Oslo,…