# Why Icelanders are reconsidering EU membership

https://mins.news/en/video/24370

- DW News, 2026-08-17 16:20 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F7vo7kW1jwk

> A referendum on reopening Iceland’s EU accession talks is dividing the country. Supporters say membership could improve Iceland’s security and influence, while opponents fear losing sovereignty, especially over fisheries and other key industries. Russia’s war against Ukraine and Donald Trump’s proposals concerning neighboring Greenland are also shaping the debate.

## Stories

- [Iceland EU Membership Referendum](https://mins.news/en/topic/iceland-eu-membership-referendum) — Markdown: https://mins.news/en/topic/iceland-eu-membership-referendum.md

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