Princess Madeleine of Sweden and Jonas Bergström no longer engaged

HRH Princess Madeleine of Sweden, Duchess of Haelsingland and Gästrikland, and Jonas Bergström have decided to break up their engagement.

The Press release:

Princess Madeleine and Mr Jonas Bergström to separate

After careful consideration, Princess Madeleine and Mr Jonas Bergström have made a joint decision to separate.
They have come to the conclusion that a separation is the best course of action for them both.

Princess Madeleine and Mr Jonas Bergström would like to appeal to the media to show respect and consideration in light of their decision.
They now need some peace and privacy during this difficult time. The excessive level of media coverage is not helping their situation.

We would ask for understanding in respect of the decision not to release any further statements.

The statement was released today, April 24, 2010.