Prince William Honors Norway’s Oldest Monarch | Belfast News

Prince William walked beside the coffin of Norway’s beloved King Harald V during his state funeral, a rare and symbolic gesture that underscored the deep ties between British and Norwegian royalty. As global leaders including Ukraine’s President Zelensky joined the solemn procession through Oslo, the world paid tribute to Europe’s oldest reigning monarch — a man whose 35-year reign transformed Norway’s monarchy into a modern, approachable institution. King Charles called him a “dear cousin,” honoring his legacy of duty and warmth. The historic march, lined with thousands of mourners and led by Prince William, marked not just an end but a graceful transition as Norway’s new King Haakon VIII followed behind, ushering in a new chapter for the royal family. 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/0ba75ca1ca53bd28