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Europe's Monarchs, World Leaders Mourn Norway's King Harald

European monarchs hailed Harald’s warmth and duty as his son Haakon automatically became king, ending a reign that made him Europe’s oldest monarch.

  • On Friday, Norway's royal palace announced the death of King Harald at age 89, with his son Haakon automatically succeeding him to the throne.
  • Harald was the continent's oldest reigning monarch, serving as a beacon of stability for his country throughout his historic reign.
  • Britain's King Charles III called Harald his "dear cousin" who served "with unwavering dedication," while Sweden's King Carl XVI Gustaf praised his "loyalty and devotion."
  • Belgium's King Philippe and Queen Mathilde praised his "humour, humanity and sincerity," while Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy noted his "unwavering commitment to his country."
  • Jordan's Royal Hashemite Court ordered three days of mourning, while UN Secretary General António Guterres expressed he was "deeply saddened" by the loss of a leader championing environmental issues.
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Daily Mirror broke the news in London, United Kingdom on Friday, August 28, 2026.
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