The eldest son of Norway's crown princess has been charged with 32 offences, including four counts of rape, a prosecutor says. The charges against Marius Borg Høiby, 28, include the abuse of a former partner and violations of restraining orders against another former partner.

Norway's Crown Prince Haakon said on Tuesday the royal family would continue to carry out official duties while his stepson stands trial next year accused of rape, adding that this is a challenging time for everyone involved.

Marius Borg Hoiby has been under investigation since his arrest in August 2024 on suspicion of assaulting a girlfriend.