Norway's King Harald to Be Discharged from Hospital

Norway's King Harald, aged 89, was hospitalized in Tenerife due to a skin infection and dehydration while on holiday. The royal palace announced he will be discharged from the hospital on Thursday. He holds the distinction of being Europe's oldest head of state.

Norwegian monarch King Harald, aged 89, has been undergoing medical care in a hospital in Tenerife after suffering from a skin infection and dehydration during a private holiday in Spain. According to a statement from the royal palace, he will be discharged on Thursday.

Having been hospitalized since Tuesday, King Harald's health situation attracted significant attention, given his status as Europe's oldest head of state. The skin infection on his leg coupled with dehydration led to his brief hospitalization on the Spanish island.

The palace's announcement of his impending discharge points to a positive turn in the king's recovery, reassuring Norwegians and drawing a sigh of relief from the royal family and supporters across Europe.

(With inputs from agencies.)