World · 30 August 2026
Norway's new King Haakon remembers his father Harald V in first speech
Harry Johansen / Sámediggi Sametinget via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 2.0)
King Haakon VIII of Norway gave his first speech, paying tribute to his father Harald V, who died on Friday morning. He spoke about national unity and how his father, who reigned for 35 years, had brought the family together. Haakon acknowledged the recent challenges for the royal family, promising to be present and attentive in his new role.
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