King Harold V of Norway passed away, having been described as "loved like few others," according to the headline. The reaction to his passing was not long in coming from European leaders, who expressed their sadness at the loss.
The heads of state and kings of Europe expressed their condolences, with particular emphasis on the reactions from neighboring Nordic countries, Sweden and Denmark. These nations, historically close to Norway, reacted with particular closeness to the mourning.
The President of the European Commission also spoke about the death of the Norwegian monarch. His death is being interpreted as the loss of a symbol of unity, not only for Norway but for all of Europe.
