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King Harald V's health condition worsens and is "very serious": Norwegian royal family cancels engagements

SOL27 August 2026 at 12:20

King Harald V of Norway's health has significantly worsened and is described as "very serious." The Norwegian royal family has decided to cancel all public engagements as a result of the situation.

Harald V is Europe's longest-reigning monarch and has been on the Norwegian throne for 35 years, since 1991. He is Norway's head of state and a figure of great historical importance on the European continent.

The decision to cancel the royal engagements demonstrates the seriousness of the monarch's health condition, which requires ongoing attention and care at this time.

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