King Harald of Norway Admitted to National Hospital
Norway's King Harald has been admitted to the National Hospital in Oslo. He has been on sick leave for several weeks.
New York, NY, August 24, 2026 —
King Harald V of Norway has been admitted to the National Hospital (Rikshospitalet) in Oslo. The announcement comes after a period of several weeks during which the monarch has been on sick leave.
Further details regarding the specific reasons for the King’s admission or his current condition have not been immediately released. The Royal House of Norway is expected to provide updates as appropriate.
King Harald, who ascended to the throne in 1991, has experienced several health-related incidents in recent years. In January 2024, he was hospitalized for a respiratory infection. Prior to that, in December 2023, he underwent surgery for a torn ligament in his knee, which also led to a period of sick leave.
The King’s absence from public duties typically leads to Crown Prince Haakon assuming the role of regent, carrying out constitutional duties on behalf of his father.
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