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Fears Grow for King Harald, 89, as Palace Gives Update After Hospitalisation: 'His Health Has Deteriorated'

  • The royal palace reported on Sunday that King Harald's health deteriorated over the weekend. The 89-year-old monarch is receiving treatment for a bacterial blood infection at the National Hospital and his condition is stable.
  • He had been on sick leave for several weeks before his admission to the National Hospital one week ago. Crown Prince Haakon has been serving as regent during that time, managing royal duties.
  • Harald has faced recurring health challenges in recent years, including hemolytic anemia treatment and a skin infection. In February, he was admitted to a hospital in Spain's Canary Islands during a winter vacation.
  • Two years ago, the king fell ill during a private vacation in Malaysia and received a temporary pacemaker. He returned to Norway on a medical airplane to be fitted with a permanent device.
  • Having served as Norway's monarch since 1991, the king remains under medical supervision. The palace noted he has responded to current treatment, offering stability amid ongoing health challenges.
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At the age of 89, the Norwegian sovereign has been hospitalized for nearly a week for complications related to a blood disease The state of health of King Harald V of Norway, aged 89 and

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It is surrounded by the whole family at Oslo University Hospital

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Many are concerned about the King, who is in hospital at the age of 89. Innherred has met people on the streets to hear their messages to His Majesty.

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Sky News UK broke the news in United Kingdom on Monday, August 24, 2026.
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