Cuba Extends Condolences to Norway on King Harald V's Passing

Cuba has formally expressed its sorrow over the passing of King Harald V of Norway. President Miguel Díaz-Canel conveyed his "heartfelt condolences" to the Norwegian Royal Family, government, and people following the monarch's death at the age of 89.

In a message shared on social media, Díaz-Canel stated, "We regret the passing of Norway's King Harald V." The Cuban Foreign Ministry, through its minister Bruno Rodríguez, also joined in extending sympathy, adding his condolences to the nation's grief over the "regrettable news."

According to a statement from the Norwegian Royal House, King Harald V died peacefully at the Oslo University Hospital. He had been admitted on August 17 due to anemia, but his condition worsened over the weekend due to a blood infection.

Harald V ascended to the throne in 1991 and enjoyed significant popularity, with approval ratings often exceeding 70%. His younger son and heir, Haakon, 53, automatically became the new head of state. The new King has chosen the regnal name Haakon VIII and is scheduled to formally swear allegiance to the Constitution before the Storting, Norway's Parliament, on Tuesday.