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Death of King Harald V and Succession of Haakon VIII

Overview

Following the death of King Harald V on 28 August 2026, Norway has entered a period of national and court mourning. The late King passed away at age 89 at Oslo University Hospital due to complications from a blood infection, specifically haemolytic anaemia. King Haakon VIII has officially taken the throne, having sworn his constitutional oath of allegiance in the Storting. This transition marks a shift in the monarchy, with Mette-Marit becoming Queen and Ingrid Alexandra becoming Crown Princess.

Preparations are finalized for the state funeral of King Harald V, scheduled for Wednesday, 9 September. The service will begin at 13:00 at the Oslo Cathedral, preceded by a ceremonial procession from the Royal Palace starting at 12:00 PM. The ceremony will be led by Olav Fykse Tveit, President of the Church of Norway, and will feature a nationwide minute of silence. Musical performances will include the Oslo Cathedral Choir and Marcus André Berg.

Following the cathedral service, a procession will lead to the Akershus Fortress chapel for a private burial involving the royal family and state dignitaries. Prince William will represent King Charles III of the United Kingdom, while Princess Anne will attend in a personal capacity as the godmother to King Haakon VIII. Other expected attendees include various European royals and heads of state. To accommodate the public, the Norwegian Royal Palace has extended opening hours for those wishing to pay respects at the King's coffin. Additionally, the government has declared a period of national mourning, with flags flying at half-mast on all state buildings, and local authorities in Oslo have implemented changes to public transportation and street access to manage expected crowds.

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Harald V · King Harald V · Norway · Queen Sonja · Rikshospitalet

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Timeline

  1. about 16 hours ago

    [CULTURE] 4 sources
    Norway's monarchy transitions following death of King Harald V

    Following the death of King Harald V, Norway's monarchy has transitioned to King Haakon VII, with new official portraits signaling a shift in royal hierarchy and titles.

  2. 2 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 77 sources
    Norway prepares state funeral for King Harald V

    Norway will hold a state funeral for King Harald V on September 9 in Oslo. Prince William will represent King Charles III at the service, which follows a national period of mourning.

  3. 4 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    King Harald V of Norway remembered for lifelong romance with Queen Sonja

    The enduring love story of Norway's King Harald V and Queen Sonja, which faced constitutional challenges, is highlighted following the King's death on August 28.

  4. 5 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 39 sources
    Norway prepares for state funeral of King Harald V

    Norway enters a period of official mourning and prepares for the state funeral of King Harald V on September 9 in Oslo, following his death at age 89. King Haakon VIII has ascended the throne.

  5. 9 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 359 sources
    Norway enters mourning as King Haakon VIII ascends the throne

    Norway has declared a period of court mourning until October 9 following the death of King Harald V. King Haakon VIII has ascended the throne, and the funeral is set for September 9 in Oslo.

  6. 10 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 3 sources
    King Harald V of Norway in critical condition

    King Harald V of Norway is in critical condition due to a bacterial blood infection, prompting the royal family to cancel commitments and attend to him in the hospital.

  7. 11 days ago

    [POLITICS] 989 sources
    Norway's King Harald V dies at 89; Haakon VIII succeeds him

    King Harald V of Norway has died at age 89 after a 35-year reign. His son, Haakon, has immediately succeeded him as King Haakon VIII.

  8. 13 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
    Police activity in Denmark and Royal Family visits in Norway

    Police in Denmark issued speeding fines in Østerlars, while in Norway, members of the Royal Family visited King Harald V at Rikshospitalet during his ongoing hospitalization.

  9. 13 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 116 sources
    King Harald V of Norway in 'very serious' condition

    Norway’s King Harald V, 89, is in “very serious” condition at Rikshospitalet in Oslo. The monarch is being treated for a blood infection following complications from hemolytic anemia treatment.

  10. 15 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 150 sources
    King Harald V of Norway hospitalized as health deteriorates

    Norway's King Harald V, 89, has seen his health deteriorate due to a bacterial blood infection and hemolytic anemia. He remains hospitalized in Oslo, with Crown Prince Haakon serving as Regent.

  11. 16 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Queen Sonja to proceed with royal duties as King Harald remains hospitalized

    Queen Sonja will proceed with a Norwegian provincial visit while King Harald V remains in the hospital. Meanwhile, King Frederik X and Queen Mary attended a royal wedding on the Danish island of Funen.

  12. 19 days ago

    [CULTURE] 13 sources
    King Harald V of Norway hospitalized due to treatment complications

    Norway's King Harald V remains hospitalized due to complications from cortisone treatment for haemolytic anaemia. Crown Prince Haakon has assumed duties as Regent during the King's recovery.

  13. 21 days ago

    [POLITICS] 79 sources
    King Harald V of Norway hospitalized due to blood disorder

    Norway's King Harald V, 89, has been hospitalized for two weeks due to complications from hemolytic anemia. Crown Prince Haakon will serve as regent during his recovery.

  14. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 10 sources
    Norway's King Harald V hospitalized for routine checkup

    Norway's 89‑year‑old King Harald V attended two official duties on 7 Aug 2026, then drove himself to Oslo’s Rikshospitalet for a scheduled medical check‑up, not an emergency ambulance, the palace said.

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