Iceland plans EU referendum amid Arctic security concerns

Iceland's government is set to hold a referendum on August 29 to decide whether to restart negotiations for European Union membership. This marks a significant shift in public sentiment, with poll data showing that supporters of joining the EU now outnumber opponents, although many remain undecided. The move comes against a backdrop of heightened geopolitical tensions following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, which has amplified fears about security and stability in the Arctic region. Iceland, cur