"Queen Margrethe II of Denmark to Abdicate After Five Decades Reign"
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Queen Margrethe II of Denmark has announced her intention to abdicate the throne in January 2024, after 52 years of reign, in favor of her son, Crown Prince Frederik. The decision comes after reflections on her health and the future following a back surgery in February 2023. The transition will mark Crown Prince Frederik's ascension as King Frederik X, with the official proclamation to occur at Christiansborg Castle. Queen Margrethe will retain the title of Her Majesty post-abdication.
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