Norway's Haakon takes oath as mourners pay respects to late King
Norway's Haakon takes oath as mourners pay respects to late King
Key Highlights
- Norway's Haakon VIII has sworn an oath before parliament in Oslo in the first major step of his reign as King.
- During Tuesday's ceremony, parliament also held a minute's silence for Haakon's father, the late King Harald V, who died on Friday.
- Haakon's wife, Queen Mette-Marit, was absent from the formalities as she continues to recover from a lung transplant.
In a solemn ceremony, King Haakon VIII of Norway took the oath of office before parliament in Oslo on Tuesday, marking the first major step in his reign as monarch.
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A poignant minute's silence was observed The somber moment served as a fitting tribute to the beloved leader whose legacy continues to shape Norway's future.
Queen mette-marit, haakon's wife, noticeably
Queen Mette-Marit, Haakon's wife, was noticeably absent from the formal proceedings due to her ongoing recovery from a lung transplant. Her absence was a poignant reminder of the challenges she faces in her own journey towards health and wellness.
Following the ceremony, mourners began paying their respects to the late King Harald V at the Royal Palace, where his coffin lies in state until September 8th. The solemn gesture underscores the deep respect and admiration that Norwegians have for their former leader.
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