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Norway's King Harald V Dies at 89

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King Harald V of Norway died at 89 after passing away peacefully at Oslo University Hospital. The royal palace confirmed his death on August 28, 2024, following a prolonged illness.

Harald, who was treated for a blood infection in August 2024, had previously been hospitalized in Malaysia in 2024 for a similar infection. He received a temporary pacemaker during that stay and was later fitted with a permanent device.

As Norway's ceremonial head of state since 1991, Harald had pledged to reduce official engagements but refused to step down, emphasizing his commitment to the royal oath.

The royal palace did not specify the exact cause of death but confirmed it was a peaceful passing at the hospital.

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  1. daily-maverick — King Harald V, Norway’s reform-minded head of state, dies at 89 ·
  2. the-hindu — Norway’s King Harald V dies at 89; his son becomes King Haakon VIII ·
  3. npr — Norway's King Harald V dies at 89 and his son becomes King Haakon VIII ·

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