Grand Duke Henri of Luxembourg, 70, Announces Abdication in Christmas Speech for October 3, 2025, Succeeding Son Guillaume After 24-Year Reign

Dec 25, 2024, 11:52 AM

Grand Duke Henri of Luxembourg has announced his decision to abdicate the throne, effective October 3, 2025. The announcement was made during a Christmas speech, where he stated that his son, Prince Guillaume, will succeed him. Grand Duke Henri, who has served as Luxembourg's head of state since 2000, will step down after a 24-year reign, following his father's abdication. The transition marks a significant moment in Luxembourg's monarchy, as Henri becomes one of Europe's longest-serving monarchs.