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Norway's King Admits to Hospital and Sick Leave

Updated 2026-08-18 00:10 UTC 1 source Negative

Norway’s 89-year-old king has been admitted to a hospital due to a rare blood condition and is currently on sick leave. The move has raised concerns about the stability of the monarchy.

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Norway's king admitted to hospital and put on sick leave

The 89-year-old - one of Europe's longest-serving monarchs - is suffering from a rare blood condition.

2026-08-17 21:34 UTC