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Iceland voters reject EU accession talks
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Nearly 53% of Iceland’s voters reject EU membership
Nearly 53% of Iceland’s voters reject EU membership
In a close vote, voters in Iceland have rejected resuming talks on joining the European Union.Politics08/30/2026August 30, 202601:50 min
Iceland votes no to EU. What happens now?
Iceland votes no to EU. What happens now?
Just over 52% voted”no,” with many Icelanders citing concerns over sovereignty and control of fishing waters.Politics08/30/2026August 30, 202616:30 min
Iceland debates joining EU amid Trump’s Greenland interest
Iceland debates joining EU amid Trump’s Greenland interest
Some Icelanders see joining the European Union as the best way to protect the island nation’s sovereignty.Society08/29/2026August 29, 202606:17 min
Iceland’s EU vote: A nation divided over Europe
Iceland’s EU vote: A nation divided over Europe
Security concerns, fishing grounds and rising costs are shaping Iceland’s debate over restarting talks on EU membership.Politics08/07/2026August 7, 2026
Horse tour guiding in Iceland: A dream job in Europe?
Horse tour guiding in Iceland: A dream job in Europe?
Riding through Iceland’s wild landscapes — is working as a horse tour guide really a dream job? We tried it.Travel04/18/2026April 18, 202605:18 min
Iceland mulls joining the EU amid strained US relations
Iceland mulls joining the EU amid strained US relations
Iceland is a close partner of the EU but not a full member. That could change if Icelanders vote to join the bloc. Politics02/28/2026February 28, 2026Show moreSkip next section In the spotlight
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Iceland prepares for volcanic eruption
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