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Icelanders vote against resuming EU accession talks in referendum

In a referendum, Icelanders have predominantly voted against the resumption of accession talks with the EU. The outcome was close.

30 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The referendum in Iceland on the resumption of accession talks with the European Union has concluded after the polling stations closed.

According to the results, 52.8 percent of voters opposed a resumption, while 47.2 percent were in favor. This count reflects a narrow outcome that could have significant implications for Iceland's future relations with the EU.

Reports indicate that the result mirrors public opinions, with discussions about a potential EU membership having mobilized both supporters and opponents in the past.

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