A început referendumul pentru reluarea negocierilor de aderare a Islandei la UE. Cel mai recent sondaj arăta un avans pentru „Nu”

A recent Gallup poll indicates a majority of Icelanders oppose reopening EU accession negotiations, with 51.6% voting 'No'. The referendum on August 29 is not about immediate EU membership but could lead to a second referendum if negotiations resume. The political climate has shifted since Iceland halted talks in 2013, with rising living costs and geopolitical tensions influencing public opinion. A 'No' vote could halt discussions for years, strengthening eurosceptic forces, while a 'Yes' would restart negotiations, potentially easing EU expansion. Key issues include fishing rights and national sovereignty, which remain contentious among voters.