Norway's King Hospitalized Again | UK News

Norway’s longest-reigning monarch, King Harald, is hospitalized for shortness of breath linked to hemolytic anemia, requiring cortisone treatment that caused fluid buildup — a setback just weeks after a routine check-up. At 89, he’s taking two weeks’ sick leave while Crown Prince steps in as Regent. This follows his February hospitalization for infection and dehydration, amid ongoing family health concerns: Queen Sonja, 88, recently recovered from heart fibrillation and failure after receiving a pacemaker last year. Compounding the drama, Crown Princess Mette-Marit faced public scrutiny over past ties to Jeffrey Epstein, which she apologized for — a matter the King defended, insisting she did nothing illegal and cut ties early. Despite mounting health challenges, Harald remains steadfast, vowing never to abdicate — honoring his lifelong oath taken in 1991. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/defb742e622634a6