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Norway’s beloved King Harald, 89, has died, and his son Crown Prince Haakon, 53, ascends as King Haakon the Eighth — a moment of national unity amid a turbulent royal year. Haakon, accompanied by his daughter Princess Ingrid Alexandra, formally took the throne, honoring his father’s motto “All for Norway” and thanking the people for their support. Thousands mourned outside the palace, recalling Harald’s calming presence after the 2011 terror attacks. International leaders, including King Charles III, hailed him as a towering figure. Though recent years brought health struggles for the royal family and public scrutiny, Harald’s legacy of humility and unity remains deeply cherished — now carried forward by his son in a new chapter for Norway’s monarchy.

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