Date: 28 August 2026 Tags: Norway, Royal Family, Health Summary: Norway’s Royal Court says King Harald’s health is now “very serious” following a deterioration in his condition. Crown Prince Haakon and Queen Sonja have cancelled planned official engagements following the announcement. Crown Prince Haakon and Martha Louise reportedly travelled to Oslo University Hospital to be with the King. Harald, 89, was admitted to hospital on 17 August and initially given two weeks of sic