Norway mourns King Harald as Haakon VIII ascends throne
Mourners gather outside the palace as royals, politicians and citizens remember a beloved king, whose son has adopted the family motto "all for norway".
Norwegians are mourning the death of King Harald V, as his son, Haakon VIII, ascends to the throne. Crowds gathered at the royal palace in Oslo, laying flowers and flags in remembrance. The 53-year-old new king held an emergency council of state meeting with government ministers, vowing to uphold the royal family's motto: "All for Norway."
Harald, who ruled for 35 years, passed away at the age of 89 after being treated for a rare blood condition in the hospital. His coffin was taken to the palace in a public procession, where an estimated 10,000 people lined the streets to pay their respects. European royalty and political leaders, including King Charles III, paid tribute to Harald's service and stability.
Norway's Prime Minister, Jonas Gahr Støre, described the nation as "united in grief and gratitude." Haakon, the 22-year-old Ingrid Alexandra, the new crown princess, will take the throne on Tuesday after the swearing-in ceremony.
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