Norway's king admitted to hospital and put on sick leave
The 89-year-old - one of Europe's longest-serving monarchs - is suffering from a rare blood condition.
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"It is incredibly important for me to take responsibility for not checking his background more carefully."
— Crown Princess Mette-Marit , Celebrity
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Crown Prince Haakon is the heir to the Norwegian throne and the husband of Crown Princess Mette-Marit.
Crown Princess Mette-Marit is the mother of Marius Borg Høiby and has come under scrutiny for her past contacts with Jeffrey Epstein.
King Harald V is the reigning monarch of Norway.
Marius Borg Høiby is the stepson of Norway's crown prince and is facing trial on multiple rape charges.
Queen Sonja is the wife of King Harald V of Norway.
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The 89-year-old - one of Europe's longest-serving monarchs - is suffering from a rare blood condition.
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