Norway's royal family gathers at King Harald's bedside as his condition worsens
The 89-year-old has been in hospital for over a week receiving treatment for a rare blood condition.
Norway's King Harald V has become critically ill, with his condition deteriorating rapidly. His family has gathered at the Oslo University Hospital to support him, canceling all royal engagements. The 89-year-old monarch, who has reigned since 1991, was admitted to the hospital 10 days ago for treatment of haemolytic anaemia, a rare blood condition.
Queen Sonja, Crown Prince Haakon, and Crown Princess Mette-Marit, along with their children, have stayed by his side for several hours. Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre canceled his trip to Germany in solidarity with the royal family. The somber mood in Oslo was evident as crowds gathered outside the palace, with Norwegian public TV devoting its coverage to the unfolding situation.
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