Norway’s King Harald V has died at the age of 89 after 35 years on the throne, ending a reign in which he steered the monarchy through social change and periods of national crisis. The Royal House of Norway said Harald died at Oslo University Hospital at 6.35am on Friday, 28 August. He had been in hospital since 17 August and his condition had deteriorated in the days before his death.

Crowds gathered outside the royal palace in Oslo and political leaders cancelled trips outside the country to return to the capital and show respect for Harald, who reigned for 35…

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King Harald V of Norway has died at 89