Solemn crowds gathered outside the Royal Palace in Oslo today to mourn the passing of King Harald V, a cherished monarch who led his country with warmth, humility, and steadfast grace for decades.

Flowers and glowing candles lined the palace gates as citizens, royals, and politicians joined together to pay tribute to a leader who defined modern Norway.

Stepping forward to lead the grieving nation, his son has ascended as King Haakon VIII, formally reaffirming the timeless family motto, "All for Norway."