Dec. 25 (UPI) -- The grand duke of Luxembourg renounced the throne in a surprise abdication on Christmas Eve, according to multiple reports.

Grand Duke Henri of Luxembourg has announced he is abdicating in favour of his son Guillaume, who will officially take the throne from next October.

The Grand Duke of Luxembourg has confirmed he will abdicate as he made his Christmas address. In an emotional speech to his people on Christmas Eve, Grand Duke Henri announced he will give up his...