Norway holds state funeral for King Harald V

On September 9, 2026, Norway held a state funeral for King Harald V in Oslo, marking the conclusion of a 13-day period of national mourning. The monarch passed away on August 28 at the age of 89, having reigned for 35 years. This event represents the first state funeral for a Norwegian monarch since the death of King Olav V in 1991.

The funeral procession traveled from the Royal Palace to the Oslo Cathedral. The ceremony drew numerous international dignitaries, including members of royal families from the United Kingdom, Japan, Spain, Sweden, and Denmark, alongside various heads of state from around the globe. Greece was represented by its President during the proceedings.

King Harald, who ascended to the throne in 1991, was recognized as a reformer who successfully navigated a changing society during his three-decade tenure. His death occurred as the royal family faced several internal challenges. The funeral service followed a minute of silence observed across the nation, allowing citizens to pay their final respects to the late King as his casket was transported through the streets of the capital.