Norway's Queen Sonja hospitalized after skiing incident
Queen Sonja of Norway was taken to the hospital following a skiing incident. The wife of King Harald V is dealing with cardiac issues, and her official appearances have been rescheduled.
Queen Sonja of Norway was hospitalized, as the Norwegian royal family confirmed. According to the NTB agency, the 87-year-old monarch experienced atrial fibrillation while skiing. Despite initial concerns, the palace assured that the queen's condition was not serious.
Queen Sonja was discharged from the hospital in Lillehammer once her heart rhythm returned to normal. Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre expressed his support, wishing the queen a speedy recovery and future trips to the mountains.
I wish the queen a speedy recovery and hope she will soon be ready for new skiing trips - he wrote in a statement.
Queen Sonja of Norway was hospitalized
As a result of the situation, the palace had to change the queen's schedule of official appearances.
Unlike her husband, King Harald V, Queen Sonja has enjoyed good health until now. However, in recent years, King Harald V has been hospitalized multiple times, including undergoing heart valve surgery in 2020 and having a pacemaker implanted in 2024. Despite these health issues, the king does not intend to abdicate.
The Norwegian royal family, led by King Harald V, is one of the most respected dynasties in Europe and is known for its openness. However, King Harald V, the world's oldest reigning monarch, struggles with health problems. Recently, he was treated in Oslo after a sudden illness, which attracted media attention.
