World leaders mourn death of Norway's King Harald V
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- World leaders, including Donald Trump, expressed condolences on the death of Norway's King Harald V.
- King Harald V, Europe's longest-reigning monarch at 89, passed away in Oslo, with his son Haakon automatically succeeding him.
- Leaders from Canada, Ukraine, Jordan, and the UN Secretary-General remembered the King for his dedication to his country and his support for various causes.
World leaders have conveyed their deep sorrow following the passing of Norway's King Harald V, who died at the age of 89. The monarch, who was Europe's longest-reigning king, passed away in an Oslo hospital on Friday morning.
He loved his country, and his people loved and respected him dearly. Our hearts are with the Royal family and all of Norway during this difficult time. This is truly a great loss!
Former U.S. President Donald Trump took to his Truth Social platform to express his grief, stating, "He loved his country, and his people loved and respected him dearly. Our hearts are with the Royal family and all of Norway during this difficult time. This is truly a great loss!"
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney issued a statement expressing Canada's shared grief with Norway. He recalled a meeting with the King in Oslo last March, noting the warmth with which King Harald spoke of the ties between their nations. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy remembered His Majesty as an embodiment of dignity, wisdom, and unwavering commitment to his country, emphasizing his strong support for Ukraine during the conflict with Russia.
Canada grieves with you.
The Royal Hashemite Court of Jordan also expressed condolences, with King Abdullah ordering a three-day period of mourning. UN Secretary-General Antรณnio Guterres conveyed his profound sadness, highlighting King Harald's commitment to child welfare, environmental issues, and his advocacy for diversity and generosity.
I had the honor of meeting His Majesty last March in Oslo, and he spoke with great warmth and affection about the bonds that connect our nations.
King Harald V's son, Crown Prince Haakon, has automatically ascended to the throne as the new King of Norway. The late King will be remembered for his long service and dedication to his nation and its people.
His Majesty was the embodiment of dignity, wisdom, and a firm commitment to his country.
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Originally published by Delfi in Lithuanian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.
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