# Norway’s King Harald V, Europe’s oldest reigning monarch, dies at 89

https://mins.news/en/video/35452

- Al Jazeera English, 2026-08-28 09:54 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0N-6uqfaF38

> The country is grieving the loss of Harald V, whose long reign earned him the nickname “Sailor King”. He was remembered for steering Norway with dignity, updating its monarchy and maintaining a strong commitment to its citizens.

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