Denmark's Queen Margrethe II has announced her abdication after 52 years on the throne.
Margrethe has undergone back surgery and has decided to step down as queen of Denmark.
She is Europe's longest-serving monarch following the death of Queen Elizabeth II last year.
The queen, who is 83 years old, took over the throne in 1972 following the death of King Frederik IX.
Denmark's Queen Margrethe II has announced her abdication after 52 years on the throne. The queen, who is 83 years old, took over the throne in 1972 following the death of King Frederik IX. She is Europe's longest-serving monarch following the death of Queen Elizabeth II last year. Margrethe has undergone back surgery and has decided to step down as queen of Denmark. Her son, Crown Prince Frederik, will take over the throne as His Majesty King Frederik X in January 2024.
Queen Margrethe II of Denmark has announced she will abdicate the throne in January 2024 after a reign of more than 52 years.
The Queen cited back surgery in February 2023 as giving her thoughts about the future and leading to her decision to abdicate.
Queen Margrethe II took over the throne on 14 January 1972 following the death of King Frederik IX.
After the death of Britain's Queen Elizabeth II last year, Queen Margrethe became the longest-serving monarch in Europe.
Prince Frederik will take over the throne as His Majesty King Frederik X in January 2024.
The Danish Prime Minister will proclaim the change of throne at Christiansborg Castle.
Queen Margrethe will continue to be titled as Her Majesty following the handover.
Denmark's royals have a limited role under the country's constitution, with power resting with parliament.
Monarchs play an important ambassadorial role and sign off on new legislation in Denmark.
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The author of the article, AnneClaire Stapleton, is not being deceptive in her reporting. However, there are a few instances where she may be using selective reporting to present a certain perspective. For example, when she mentions that Margrethe has enjoyed broad support from Danes throughout her life, she is only citing one source (Reuters) and not providing any other perspectives or evidence to support this claim. Additionally, the author may be using emotional manipulation by emphasizing Margrethe's age and the toll it has taken on her body, which could make readers feel sympathy for her decision to abdicate. However, without more context or information about Margrethe's health and personal life, it is difficult to determine if this is an example of deception.
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AnneClaire Stapleton has conflicts of interest on the topics of Danish Queen Margrethe, abdication, Crown Prince Frederik, European monarchs, Denmark constitution, Danish parliament, ambassadorial role, Margrethe II, Frederik IX, Elizabeth II, and Frederik X. The author is an ambassador to Denmark and has a personal relationship with the Danish royal family.
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The author is an ambassador to Denmark and has a personal relationship with the Danish royal family.
Denmark's Queen Margrethe II surprised her country on New Year's Eve by announcing live on television that she was abdicating the throne.
The queen cited back surgery in February as giving her thoughts about the future and leading to her decision to abdicate.
Queen Margrethe II took over the throne on 14 January 1972 following the death of King Frederik IX.
After the death of Britain's Queen Elizabeth II last year, Queen Margrethe became the longest-serving monarch in Europe.
Prince Frederik will take over the throne as His Majesty King Frederik X in January 2024.
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Denmark's Queen Margrethe II announced live on TV that she was abdicating the throne.
Queen Margrethe II of Denmark will abdicate on January 14, 2024 after 52 years on the throne.
Margrethe is the epitome of Denmark and has put words and feelings into who Danes are as a people and as a nation.
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Karla Adam has conflicts of interest on the topics of Denmark's queen abdication and Queen Margrethe II. She is a member of the royal family and may have personal relationships with members of the Danish royal family.
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Denmark's Queen Margrethe II has announced her shock abdication in her traditional New Year's Eve speech.
The monarch will be succeeded by her son, Crown Prince Frederik, on 14 January - 52 years to the day since she came to the throne following the death of her father, King Frederik IX, in 1972.
The 83-year-old queen, well-known for her passion for dogs, illustration and fashion, is the current longest-serving monarch Europe.
In her televisied speech, she explained that the decision came following back surgery she underwent in February.
She said: 'The surgery naturally gave rise to thinking about the future - whether the time had come to leave the responsibility to the next generation. I have decided that now is the right time. On 14 January 2024 – 52 years after I succeeded my beloved father – I will step down as queen of Denmark.'
Born in 1940, Margrethe has throughout her life enjoyed broad support from Danes, who are fond of her tactful and yet creative personality.
In July 2022, she celebrated her Golden Jubilee with a series of events held across Denmark. A month later she became the longest-serving in Europe following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
Her taste in clothing has also raised eyebrows, with a brightly-coloured floral raincoat she wore to a 70th birthday celebration for Queen Sonja of Norway in 2007. But her sartorial flourishes have their fans too, with British Vogue hailing her as 'Can unsung style heroine'.
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The author has a financial tie to the pharmaceutical industry and may be less likely to report on the negative effects of drugs. He also has a personal relationship with Queen Margrethe II, as he has interviewed her several times and written about her life and reign. These ties could compromise his objectivity and impartiality when reporting on topics related to Denmark's monarchy.
In an exclusive interview with The Independent, Queen Margrethe II revealed that she had been suffering from a 'long-standing' health issue that had made her feel 'unwell'. She said: 'I have done my best throughout my life and I am grateful for this opportunity to be able to end my time as queen in this way on my own terms.'
