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Norway has observed nationwide memorial services following the death of King Harald V at age 89. His son, now King Haakon VIII, has assumed the throne in accordance with succession law. The state funeral is planned for September 9.
Norway's 89-year-old King Harald V faces a grave health crisis. The royal palace disclosed on Thursday that his condition has deteriorated significantly, prompting Crown Prince Haakon and Queen Sonja to cancel all official duties.
King Harald V of Norway, 89, has been admitted to hospital for treatment of fluid accumulation resulting from haemolytic anaemia. Crown Prince Haakon will serve as regent during the monarch's two-week sick leave.