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Norway mourns King Harald as Haakon VIII ascends throne

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Norway's King Harald V dies at 89, Crown Prince Haakon becomes King Haakon VIII

Norway's King Harald V died at age 89 after more than three decades on the throne. His son Crown Prince Haakon has ascended as King Haakon VIII.

Aug 28, 2026·22 sources

Norway's King Harald V dies at 89, Crown Prince Haakon becomes King Haakon VIII

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