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Press briefing on The Church of Norway's Order of Service for Funerals
03/09/2026 Press release Ministry of Foreign AffairsThe press is invited to a briefing on Friday, 4 September at 11:00, at which the Church of Norway will provide information about the order of liturgy to be used at the funeral of His Majesty King Harald V. A representative from the Royal Household
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Changes among the political advisers
03/09/2026 Press release Office of the Prime MinisterMr. Erlend Skaug Ingebrigtsen is appointed political adviser to Minister of Industry and Commerce, Ms. Cecilie Myrseth, as of 3 September 2026.
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Information meeting for the press on the role of the Armed Forces in the run-up to the funeral
02/09/2026 Press release Ministry of Foreign AffairsThe press is invited to an information meeting on Thursday 3 September at 11.00 about the role of the Norwegian Armed Forces related to His Majesty King Harald V's passing.
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Information meeting for the media about accreditation and press press positions for the day of the funeral
01/09/2026 Press release Ministry of Foreign AffairsOn Wednesday 2 September at 11 am, the press is invited to an information meeting about accreditation and press positions on the day of the funeral.
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Press information: Accreditation for the day of the funeral
01/09/2026 Press release Ministry of Foreign AffairsMedia wishing to access press positions along the procession route on the day of the funeral must apply for accreditation. The deadline for applying for accreditation and press positions is Friday 4 September at 15:00.
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Commemorative activities following the death of His Majesty King Harald V
31/08/2026 Press release Office of the Prime MinisterThe death of His Majesty King Harald V will be marked across the country in the days leading up to the funeral. The Government has declared a period of national mourning from the day King Harald died until after the funeral has been held.
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Information meeting for press on the Oath of Allegiance Ceremony
29/08/2026 Press release Ministry of Foreign AffairsMembers of the media are invited to an information meeting at 11:00am on Monday August 31 regarding the Oath of Allegiance ceremony in the Storting on the following day.
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Practical Information for the Media Following the Passing of His Majesty King Harald V
28/08/2026 Press release Ministry of Foreign AffairsInformation for the Media Following the Passing of His Majesty King Harald V.
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Guidance for the period of national mourning
28/08/2026 News story Office of the Prime MinisterThe Government has declared a period of national mourning from today until after the funeral for King Harald has been held.
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Condolences from the Government on the death of King Harald V
28/08/2026 News story Office of the Prime MinisterPrime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre conveyed the Government’s condolences in connection with the death of His Majesty King Harald V at the extraordinary meeting of the Council of State at the Royal Palace. The Government thanks King Harald for his
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Statement by Minister of International Development Åsmund Aukrust: Thank you for a life spent in service to Norway
28/08/2026 Press release Ministry of Foreign AffairsStatement by the Minister of International Development following the King’s death.
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What happens when a monarch passes away?
28/08/2026 News story Office of the Prime MinisterNorway is in mourning after the death of His Majesty King Harald V, who was greatly beloved by the people. There are a number of rules governing the events that take place when a monarch dies and a new monarch ascends to the throne.
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Statement from Espen Barth Eide: Thank you, King Harald V
28/08/2026 Press release Ministry of Foreign AffairsIt was with profound sadness that I received the news that our beloved King has passed away.
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‘A whole nation is in mourning’
28/08/2026 Press release Office of the Prime Minister‘It is with great sorrow that I received the news that His Majesty King Harald V has died.
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Foreign Minister Eide: Important to show solidarity with Lebanon
26/08/2026 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs'I am visiting Lebanon to demonstrate our solidarity and support at a very difficult time. The Israeli attacks have caused extensive destruction of homes and critical infrastructure. More than 360 000 persons remain displaced from their homes in
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Foreign Minister Eide in Syria: Promising developments, but much remains to be done
25/08/2026 Press release Ministry of Foreign AffairsNorway increases its support for Syria’s reconstruction by NOK 150 million (USD 15 million).
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Joint Statement from the Leaders of the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Canada and Norway on the E1 West Bank Settlement Plan
21/08/2026 Press release Ministry of Foreign AffairsJoint Statement from the Leaders of the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Canada, Norway, Australia, New Zealand, Sweden and Belgium on the E1 West Bank Settlement Plan.
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Changes among the state secretaries
21/08/2026 Press release Office of the Prime MinisterIn today’s Council of State, the Crown Prince Regent has honourably discharged Mr. Kristoffer Thoner as state secretary to Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.
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Norway allocates NOK 10 million to earthquake response in Colombia
14/08/2026 Press release Ministry of Foreign AffairsNorway increases its support to local earthquake response efforts in Colombia with NOK 10 million. The funding will be drawn from reserve funds earmarked for humanitarian crises and will be allocated to the Red Cross Movement. This contribution is
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Changes among the state secretaries
07/08/2026 Press release Office of the Prime MinisterIn today’s Council of State, the King has honourably discharged Ms. Gunn Karin Gjul as state secretary to Minister of Justice and Public Security, Ms. Astri Aas-Hansen, as of 15 August 2026.