Norway Bids Final Farewell to Popular King Harald V

Norway has begun its final farewell to King Harald V, with citizens and dignitaries gathering to commemorate a monarch widely admired for his warmth, steadiness, and dedication to public service. Ceremonies are expected to reflect both national mourning and appreciation for his decades of leadership. The king’s passing marks the end of an era for the Norwegian royal family and the country. Attention will now turn to the succession and the new monarch’s role in carrying forward the institution’s traditions.