UN Urges End to 'War Against Nature' ↗
Front page leadAn international report states that government policies are insufficient to protect 30% of land and sea areas by 2030, with nations discussing the situation at COP17 in Armenia.
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Lawmakers Demand Answers on EFTA Case ↗
Opposition lawmakers sought answers on whether the EFTA Surveillance Authority will withdraw its case against Iceland if Protocol 35 is passed. The minister of infrastructure stated he did not know the authority's intentions, leading to criticism from the MPs.
Trump Cancels Execution Stream ↗
Donald Trump has withdrawn his intention to stream an execution.
Thorgerdur Katrin Welcomes Jón Back ↗
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Jón Gnarr Leaves Viðreisn Party ↗
Jón Gnarr is leaving the Viðreisn parliamentary group.
Nobel Peace Laureate Sends Message to Trump ↗
A Nobel Peace Prize laureate has a message for Trump, warning of the danger as the US seeks to dismantle the International Criminal Court, and comparing a former judge to a Nazi propagandist.
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Pawel Replaces Sigmar as Parliamentary Group Leader ↗
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IMF Raises Global Growth Forecast for 2026 ↗
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Driver Hits Child and Flees ↗
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No Ban on Oil Exploration Planned ↗
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Ceasefire Uncertainty Fuels Energy Market Volatility ↗
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Clear It Is Not Permitted to Enter Selarlaug Pool After Closing ↗
The municipality manager of Vopnafjörður has not reported the trespass at Selárlaug swimming pool to the police, despite five MPs entering without permission. The manager stated it is clearly forbidden to enter the pool after closing hours.
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