Scandals shadow Norway’s new king as Haakon inherits throne
King Haakon of Norway takes the throne amid scandals involving members of his immediate family.
King Haakon has inherited the Norwegian throne at a time when his wife, stepson and sister are embroiled in separate scandals. The issues range from links to Jeffrey Epstein to a rape conviction, creating challenges for the monarchy as it enters a new era under his reign.
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Epstein links and a rape conviction: Scandals cast shadow over Norwayβs new royal family
King Haakon inherits the throne amid scandals involving his wife, stepson and sister.