Trump Sends Condolences to Norway After King Harald's Death

United States President Donald Trump has conveyed his profound sadness over the death of Norway's King Harald. In a message posted on his social media platform, Truth Social, Trump described the late monarch as someone who "loved his country" and was "truly loved and respected by his people."

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He loved his country, and he was truly loved and respected by his people. We feel for the royal family and all of Norway in this difficult time. Truly a great loss.

"We feel for the royal family and all of Norway in this difficult time. Truly a great loss," Trump wrote, extending sympathy to the Norwegian royal family and the nation. King Harald passed away at the age of 87 at the National Hospital in Oslo.

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He was a warm friend of Denmark, and his passing is deeply felt - also here.

Trump joins a global chorus of leaders offering condolences. Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen also shared her thoughts, remembering King Harald as a "warm friend of Denmark" whose passing is deeply felt. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz acknowledged the loss of a "strong role model" for Norway, embodying "reason and community."

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The death of King Harald V has deeply touched us all. Norway has lost a strong role model, who represented reason and community. In these days of mourning, I wish the royal family and the Norwegian people all the best.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy also paid tribute, characterizing King Harald as the "epitome of dignity, wisdom, and an unwavering commitment to his country." Zelenskyy noted Ukraine's remembrance of the King's "steadfast support and solidarity" during Russia's aggression. The messages reflect a widespread recognition of King Harald's significant role and the impact of his reign.

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His Majesty was the epitome of dignity, wisdom, and an unwavering commitment to his country. Ukraine will always remember his steadfast support and solidarity with the Ukrainian people in the darkest days of Russia's aggression.