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King Harald V of Norway in very serious condition

King Harald, 89, has been hospitalized since August 17 with a bacterial infection in the blood, and his condition is considered very serious by the royal house.

27 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Archive photo: King Harald V of Norway in very serious condition — Archive photoPhoto: Presidencia de la República del Ecuador · Wikimedia Commons · Public domain

The health of King Harald V of Norway, 89, has significantly deteriorated, leading the royal house to declare that his condition is now 'very serious.' The monarch, who is the oldest in Europe and has served as ceremonial head of state since 1991, was hospitalized on August 17 due to a bacterial infection in the blood.

Since his hospitalization, various members of the royal family have visited the king in Oslo. Crown Prince Haakon and Queen Sonja, the king's wife, have canceled all public engagements and have gone to the hospital, indicating the seriousness of the situation.

The royal house has not provided many details about the progression of the king's health, but confirmed that he is undergoing treatment. The focus is now on the well-being of the monarch, considering his critical condition.

King Harald V of Norway in very serious condition — Photo: Michel Temer - Fotos livres, com o crédito. · Flickr · BY

The royal palace has appealed for public understanding during this difficult time and maintains transparency regarding the king's health, allowing the Norwegian people to stay informed about updates on the situation.

In addition to the bacterial infection, King Harald V has faced health challenges in recent years, including age-related issues. Norwegian citizens are expressing concern for the health of their monarch.

The royal house also emphasized the importance of emotional and family support during these delicate moments, with the family gathered around the king, reflecting the bond between the monarchy and the population.

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