Norway's King Harald Hospitalized with Bloodstream Infection

Oslo – Norway’s 86‑year‑old King Harald remains hospitalized as doctors treat him for a bloodstream bacterial infection. The monarch was admitted to the university hospital in early August after blood tests revealed the infection, and he is now receiving a course of intravenous antibiotics under close observation.

A spokesperson for the royal household confirmed that the king’s condition is stable and that he is responding to treatment, though no exact discharge date has been set. The palace noted that the king’s official duties will continue to be delegated to Crown Prince Haakon and other senior officials during his recovery. Medical staff expect a gradual improvement, and the royal family thanked the public for its concern while emphasizing that the king’s health remains the priority.