Haakon

King Harald of Norway was hospitalized for treatment concerning a blood disease called hemolytic anemia. He was admitted to the National Hospital after receiving cortisone treatments that led to fluid accumulation in his body. His son, Haakon, is currently serving as regent during this period.

Norway’s Crown Princess Mette-Marit is awaiting a lung transplant after a severe health decline that may leave her with a year to live without surgery. She was diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis in 2018, a condition causing lung scarring and reduced oxygen uptake.

Norway's future King Harald V defends his wife, Mette-Marit, against backlash over her past friendship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and her son's rape trial. The monarch emphasizes their shared experiences amid public scrutiny.