Norway's new king takes oath before parliament after Harald's death
King Haakon VIII and Crown Princess Ingrid Alexandra began their official royal duties on September 4. This follows Haakon's oath of allegiance to the Norwegian constitution. The royal family is now preparing for the funeral of King Harald V, who died at age 89 after a 35 year reign. Spanish royals, including King Felipe VI, Queen Letizia, and Queen Sofia, are scheduled to arrive in Oslo on September 9 to attend the services alongside other European monarchs.
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- ✓ King Haakon VIII and Crown Princess Ingrid Alexandra started their royal duties on September 4.
- ✓ King Felipe VI, Queen Letizia, and Queen Sofia will travel to Oslo on September 9 for the funeral of King Harald V.
- ✓ King Harald V died at age 89 after reigning for 35 years.
What changed
The new King and Crown Princess have officially started their duties and the date for the funeral guests' arrival is set.
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King Haakon VIII begins royal duties as Oslo prepares for Harald V funeral
King Haakon VIII and Crown Princess Ingrid Alexandra began their official royal duties on September 4. This follows Haakon's oath of allegiance to the Norwegian constitution. The royal family is now preparing for the funeral of King Harald V, who died at age 89 after a 35 year reign. Spanish royals, including King Felipe VI, Queen Letizia, and Queen Sofia, are scheduled to arrive in Oslo on September 9 to attend the services alongside other European monarchs.
Why it matters
The transition occurs amidst public scrutiny and internal family tension. Queen Mette-Marit missed the oath ceremony due to health complications. The funeral marks the final formal farewell to a monarch who led Norway for over three decades.
What is confirmed
- King Haakon VIII and Crown Princess Ingrid Alexandra started their royal duties on September 4.
- King Felipe VI, Queen Letizia, and Queen Sofia will travel to Oslo on September 9 for the funeral of King Harald V.
- King Harald V died at age 89 after reigning for 35 years.
What to watch next
- The funeral services for King Harald V on or after September 9
- Updates on Queen Mette-Marit's health and her return to public duties
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King Haakon VIII takes oath of allegiance following death of King Harald V
King Haakon VIII has formally ascended the throne and pledged an oath of allegiance to Norway's constitution before parliament. He took the oath alongside his daughter, Crown Princess Ingrid Alexandra, while his wife, Queen Mette-Marit, withdrew from the ceremony at the last minute due to health complications. The transition follows the death of King Harald V at age 89, who reigned for 35 years. The royal family now faces significant public scrutiny and internal turmoil as Haakon VIII begins his reign.
Why it matters
The succession occurs amid controversy surrounding the royal family, including the rape conviction of Marius Borg Høiby. Crown Princess Ingrid Alexandra is the first queen-to-be in 600 years. The monarchy is currently managing the transition while mourning the late King Harald V.
What is confirmed
- King Haakon VIII took an oath of allegiance to Norway's constitution before parliament.
- King Harald V died at the age of 89 after a 35-year reign.
- Crown Princess Ingrid Alexandra, 22, is the new heir to the throne.
- Marius Borg Høiby was granted temporary leave from house arrest to attend King Harald V's funeral.
- The funeral for King Harald V is scheduled for September 9.
Still unconfirmed
- Crown Princess Ingrid Alexandra has links to Jeffrey Epstein.
- Queen Mette-Marit was taken to the National Hospital in Oslo due to complications from a lung transplant performed in June.
What to watch next
- The funeral of King Harald V on September 9
- Updates on Queen Mette-Marit's health and recovery
confidence 90%Sources used for this update (22)
- The Guardian — Norway’s King Harald dies leaving stormy succession over crown princess’s Epstein links
- The New York Times — ‘The Grandfather of All Norway’: Mourners Remember King Harald V
- CNN — After King Harald V’s death, what comes next for Norway’s scandal-prone royals?
- AP News — Norwegians line up at churches for emotional memorials remembering the late King Harald V
- MPR News — Norwegians line up at memorials remembering the late King Harald V; funeral set for Sept. 9
- AP News — Norway's Queen Mette-Marit joins procession to bring late King Harald V's coffin to royal chapel
- People.com — Queen Sonja of Norway Weeps as She Mourns Husband of 58 Years King Harald Outside Royal Palace
- People.com — Marius Borg Høiby Takes Part in Procession of King Harald of Norway’s Coffin amid House Arrest
- Reuters — Norway's new king to swear oath before parliament after Harald's death
- The Independent — Norwegian queen’s disgraced son freed from house arrest after rape conviction to attend King Harald V’s funeral
- WOODTV.com — King Haakon VIII pledges an oath of allegiance to Norway’s constitution as his father lies in state
- Yahoo — King Frederik and Queen Mary forced to make major change to plans after tragic news
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