King Harald V of Norway died at age 87, ending a 35-year reign on the Norwegian throne. The death announcement was officially confirmed, leading to the royal standard being lowered to half-mast at the Royal Palace in Oslo as a sign of national mourning.
Harald V held the position for more than three decades, becoming a central figure in the Norwegian monarchy during that period. His reign was marked by stability and closeness to the Norwegian people.
Queen Sonja, his wife, remains a central figure of the royal family. The couple would have celebrated 28 years of marriage on Saturday, a milestone that was not reached due to the monarch's death.
Harald V's death represents the end of an era for Norway, which is now preparing for a new phase under different royal leadership, maintaining the monarchical tradition that has characterized the Nordic country over the decades.
