https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/norway-new-king-haakon-makes-first-speech-to-the-nationContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/norway-new-king-haakon-makes-first-speech-to-the-nationhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/norway-new-king-haakon-makes-first-speech-to-the-nation#u54522Wed, 02 Sep 2026 07:25:18 +0000King Haakon VIII officially swore an oath of allegiance to the Norwegian constitution before parliament on Tuesday. Princess Ingrid Alexandra accompanied the King during the ceremony, marking a historic first for the monarchy. This constitutional pledge follows the death of King Harald V, who reigned for 35 years. In his first national address, Haakon VIII expressed personal grief, stating he would miss his father and his laughter. The new monarch continues to emphasize national unity and independence as he assumes leadership of the Scandinavian nation.Why it mattersThe transition follows the https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/norway-new-king-haakon-makes-first-speech-to-the-nationhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/norway-new-king-haakon-makes-first-speech-to-the-nation#u52880Mon, 31 Aug 2026 08:10:14 +0000King Haakon VIII has delivered his first national address as sovereign following the death of his father, King Harald V, who died peacefully at age 89. In a televised speech from the Oslo palace, Haakon VIII emphasized national unity and freedom, retaining the motto "All for Norway" while linking it to democracy and national independence. Tens of thousands of mourners gathered in Oslo and at churches across the country for memorial services to honor the late monarch. King Charles expressed "profound sadness" over the loss of his "dear cousin."Why it mattersThe tra