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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Via AP news wire

Norway's 86-year-old king tests positive for COVID-19 and has mild symptoms

Frederik Ringnes / NTB

Norway’s 86-year-old King Harald V, who has been in frail health in the past few years, has tested positive for the coronavirus and has mild symptoms, royal officials said on Sunday.

“His Majesty the King has been diagnosed with corona and is on sick leave until he is symptom-free. The king has cold symptoms and stays at home,” the royal household said in a brief statement.

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