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Fears grow as Norway's King Harald V, 89, in 'very serious' condition
The update comes days after the Royal Court said Europe's oldest-serving monarch, 89, was stable and had 'responded to treatment' for a 'bacterial infection in his blood'.
TL;DR
- King Harald V of Norway, aged 89, is in a 'very serious' condition and hospitalized.
- The royal family, including Queen Sonja and Crown Prince Haakon, have gathered at his bedside.
- Crown Prince Haakon is acting as regent during his father's illness.
- The palace stated the King's health condition is 'extremely serious' without giving specifics.
- The King was recently treated for a bacterial infection in his blood and has a history of haemolytic anaemia.
- Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store expressed the nation's concern and support for the royal family.
- Princess Martha Louise's husband, Durek Verrett, recently underwent a successful kidney transplant at the same hospital.
- King Harald has previously stated he will not abdicate due to poor health, having taken a lifelong oath.
- The article also touches on past health issues for King Harald and Queen Sonja, and a scandal involving Crown Princess Mette-Marit and Jeffrey Epstein.