King Harald V of Norway is due to be laid to rest
King Harald V of Norway is due to be laid to rest, in a series of ceremonies marking the culmination of 13 days of national mourning following his death at the age of 89.
Norway is set to conduct a funeral service on Wednesday for King Harald V, marking the end of his 35-year reign as Europe's oldest monarch. The funeral will be attended by royalty and dignitaries from across Europe and beyond, including the monarchs of Sweden, Denmark, Spain, the Netherlands, Belgium, and Jordan. Prince William of the United Kingdom and Crown Prince Akishino of Japan are also expected to attend.
Presidents from various European countries will join the procession. The ceremony will begin with a minute's silence and feature eulogies from Norway's parliament speaker and prime minister. Representatives from different faiths will participate in a candle-lighting ceremony. The royal procession will begin at the Royal Palace and lead to Oslo Cathedral, where the coffin will be placed on display prior to the service.
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