Iceland

Country Iceland
Capital Reykjavik
Continent Europe
Currency Icelandic króna(ISK)
Languages Icelandic

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Settled by Norwegian and Celtic (Scottish and Irish) immigrants during the late 9th and 10th centuries A.D., Iceland boasts the world's oldest functioning legislative assembly, the Althing, established in 930. Independent for over 300 years, Iceland was subsequently ruled by Norway and Denmark. Fallout from the Askja volcano of 1875 devastated the Icelandic economy and caused widespread famine. Over the next quarter century, 20% of the island's population emigrated, mostly to Canada and the US. Limited home rule from Denmark was granted in 1874 and complete independence attained in 1944. The second half of the 20th century saw substantial economic growth driven primarily by the fishing industry. The economy diversified greatly after the country joined the European Economic Area in 1994, but Iceland was especially hard hit by the global financial crisis in the years following 2008. Literacy, longevity, and social cohesion are first rate by world standards.

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Volcano erupts in Iceland spewing lava from the ground - BBC
  1. Volcano erupts in Iceland spewing lava from the ground  BBC
  2. Latest Iceland Volcano Eruption Spews Wall Of Lava  The Weather Channel
  3. ?Iceland volcanic eruption in pics: Pictures show fiery skies - village evacuated, Blue Lagoon spa shuts again  Times of India
  4. Iceland volcano erupts for 12th time since 2021  The Hindu
  5. Iceland volcano eruption live: Huge wall of fire expands to the north as gas cloud heads towards airport  The Independent
  6. Lava erupts from gigantic fissure in Iceland following earthquake swarm — and the photos are epic  Live Science
  7. Volcanic Eruption Begins Again in Iceland, Met Office Says  Mint
  8. Twelfth volcanic eruption in four years felt in Iceland near capital  Al Jazeera
  9. Iceland volcano erupts: Blue Lagoon, Grindavik face evacuations; scary videos show magma and fire | World News - Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times


Iceland to launch negotiations on security, defence partnership with EU - DD NewsIceland to launch negotiations on security, defence partnership with EU  DD News

Devin Booker meets artist James Turrell at Roden Crater, explores rare land art before Iceland volcano visit - Times of IndiaDevin Booker meets artist James Turrell at Roden Crater, explores rare land art before Iceland volcano visit  Times of India

Iceland volcano erupts again, spews lava; campsite tourists evacuated: See stunning visuals - MintIceland volcano erupts again, spews lava; campsite tourists evacuated: See stunning visuals  Mint

Frozen Out: Iceland Foods Loses EU Trade Mark - CMS LAW-NOWFrozen Out: Iceland Foods Loses EU Trade Mark  CMS LAW-NOW

Dramatic Drone Footage Of Iceland's Latest Volcanic Eruption Shows An Epic Scene From Hell - IFLScienceDramatic Drone Footage Of Iceland's Latest Volcanic Eruption Shows An Epic Scene From Hell  IFLScience

Earth cracks open in Iceland: Volcano eruption ends 800-year slumber, sends locals fleeing again - The Economic TimesEarth cracks open in Iceland: Volcano eruption ends 800-year slumber, sends locals fleeing again  The Economic Times

Iceland Pharmaceutical Market to Reach USD 2.5 Billion by 2035, - openPR.comIceland Pharmaceutical Market to Reach USD 2.5 Billion by 2035,  openPR.com

Iceland volcano emits smoke and glowing lava in 12th eruption since 2021 - ReutersIceland volcano emits smoke and glowing lava in 12th eruption since 2021  Reuters

Volcanic smog covers most of Iceland - RÚV.isVolcanic smog covers most of Iceland  RÚV.is

Video | Iceland Volcano | Grindavik On Alert: Lava Breaches Barriers After Seismic Swarm, 100 Evacuate - NDTVVideo | Iceland Volcano | Grindavik On Alert: Lava Breaches Barriers After Seismic Swarm, 100 Evacuate  NDTV

Volcano eruption: Iceland volcano spurts glowing lava in 12th eruption since 2021 - WIONVolcano eruption: Iceland volcano spurts glowing lava in 12th eruption since 2021  WION

Volcano on Reykjanes peninsula in Iceland erupts for ninth time since 2023 - The GuardianVolcano on Reykjanes peninsula in Iceland erupts for ninth time since 2023  The Guardian

Iceland volcano erupting, as seen from above, is absolutely spectacular - MSNIceland volcano erupting, as seen from above, is absolutely spectacular  MSN

Icelanders support reboot of EU accession talks, foreign minister says - politico.euIcelanders support reboot of EU accession talks, foreign minister says  politico.eu

Drifting container ship fixed after tow back to Iceland - Tradewinds NewsDrifting container ship fixed after tow back to Iceland  Tradewinds News

Video. Iceland volcano erupts, forcing evacuations near Blue Lagoon - Euronews.comVideo. Iceland volcano erupts, forcing evacuations near Blue Lagoon  Euronews.com

'High' alert, wildfire threats after Iceland's Sundhnukur volcano erupts - upi.com'High' alert, wildfire threats after Iceland's Sundhnukur volcano erupts  upi.com

Icelandic volcano erupts again, prompting evacuations at nearby town and Blue Lagoon - ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and VideosIcelandic volcano erupts again, prompting evacuations at nearby town and Blue Lagoon  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos

Iceland volcano eruption forces evacuation of town and iconic geothermal spa - AP NewsIceland volcano eruption forces evacuation of town and iconic geothermal spa  AP News

An eruption has started on Sundhnúksgígaröð crater row - Icelandic Meteorological officeAn eruption has started on Sundhnúksgígaröð crater row  Icelandic Meteorological office

Iceland Seafood International Subsidiary Acquires Two Argentine Freezer Trawlers for $5.8 Million - SeafoodnewsIceland Seafood International Subsidiary Acquires Two Argentine Freezer Trawlers for $5.8 Million  Seafoodnews

Iceland volcano leaves visual spectacle in 12th eruption in four years - The Washington PostIceland volcano leaves visual spectacle in 12th eruption in four years  The Washington Post

Maine Army Aviation conducts transatlantic training flight to Iceland - Defence Industry EuropeMaine Army Aviation conducts transatlantic training flight to Iceland  Defence Industry Europe

Iceland has no armed forces, but that could change - The EconomistIceland has no armed forces, but that could change  The Economist

Iceland to launch talks on security, defence partnership with EU - Euronews.comIceland to launch talks on security, defence partnership with EU  Euronews.com

Video: Iceland Volcano System Erupts for 12th Time in 4 Years - The New York TimesVideo: Iceland Volcano System Erupts for 12th Time in 4 Years  The New York Times

Iceland Volcano Erupts Again but Doesn’t Threaten Towns - The New York TimesIceland Volcano Erupts Again but Doesn’t Threaten Towns  The New York Times

Iceland to launch security and defence partnership talks with EU By Investing.com - Investing.com IndiaIceland to launch security and defence partnership talks with EU By Investing.com  Investing.com India

Iceland, EU to Start Talks on Security and Defense Partnership - BloombergIceland, EU to Start Talks on Security and Defense Partnership  Bloomberg

Volcano erupts in Iceland spewing wall of lava: See video, photos - USA TodayVolcano erupts in Iceland spewing wall of lava: See video, photos  USA Today

Southwestern Iceland volcano erupts, prompting evacuation of campsite and geothermal spa - ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and VideosSouthwestern Iceland volcano erupts, prompting evacuation of campsite and geothermal spa  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos

Watch as lava spews from Iceland volcano - BBCWatch as lava spews from Iceland volcano  BBC

Volcano erupts in Iceland spewing lava from the ground - BBCVolcano erupts in Iceland spewing lava from the ground  BBC

Alliance to open second Iceland store in St Peter Port - BBCAlliance to open second Iceland store in St Peter Port  BBC

Tourists evacuated as Iceland volcano erupts opening up 2.4km-long fissure - The IndependentTourists evacuated as Iceland volcano erupts opening up 2.4km-long fissure  The Independent

Why Do Iceland’s Volcanoes Keep Erupting, and How Dangerous Are They? - BloombergWhy Do Iceland’s Volcanoes Keep Erupting, and How Dangerous Are They?  Bloomberg

Revealed: Man Utd’s Mbeumo bid during execs’ Iceland summit, Ratcliffe’s fishing trip, ‘bomb squad’ fears - The Athletic - The New York TimesRevealed: Man Utd’s Mbeumo bid during execs’ Iceland summit, Ratcliffe’s fishing trip, ‘bomb squad’ fears - The Athletic  The New York Times

Iceland signals support for reopening EU membership talks amid geopolitical tensions - Latest news from AzerbaijanIceland signals support for reopening EU membership talks amid geopolitical tensions  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Volcano Eruption Forces Tourists to Flee Iceland’s Famous Blue Lagoon - People.comVolcano Eruption Forces Tourists to Flee Iceland’s Famous Blue Lagoon  People.com

EU, Iceland to begin talks on security and defense pact - AnewZEU, Iceland to begin talks on security and defense pact  AnewZ

Icelandic volcano erupts, forcing tourists to evacuate famous geothermal spa - Fox NewsIcelandic volcano erupts, forcing tourists to evacuate famous geothermal spa  Fox News

Iceland to launch negotiations on security, defence partnership with EU - Global Banking | Finance | ReviewIceland to launch negotiations on security, defence partnership with EU  Global Banking | Finance | Review

Iceland volcano: Tourists evacuated after ninth eruption since 2023 - Euronews.comIceland volcano: Tourists evacuated after ninth eruption since 2023  Euronews.com

Volcanic Eruptions Force Popular Icelandic Town To Evacuate. Again. - VICEVolcanic Eruptions Force Popular Icelandic Town To Evacuate. Again.  VICE

Lava flows during a volcanic eruption in Iceland - Gulf NewsLava flows during a volcanic eruption in Iceland  Gulf News

Von der Leyen Says Iceland’s EU Application Still Valid - Iceland ReviewVon der Leyen Says Iceland’s EU Application Still Valid  Iceland Review

Continued Uplift in Svartsengi - Icelandic Meteorological officeContinued Uplift in Svartsengi  Icelandic Meteorological office

It's official—predictions about the 4-day work-week in Iceland have come true, and Gen Z is leading the change - Unión RayoIt's official—predictions about the 4-day work-week in Iceland have come true, and Gen Z is leading the change  Unión Rayo

Iceland Volcano Erupts, Blue Lagoon Evacuated - NewsweekIceland Volcano Erupts, Blue Lagoon Evacuated  Newsweek

News: NATO Secretary General welcomes Icelandic Prime Minister to NATO Headquarters, 28-May.-2025 - NATONews: NATO Secretary General welcomes Icelandic Prime Minister to NATO Headquarters, 28-May.-2025  NATO

OECD Economic Surveys: Iceland 2025 - OECDOECD Economic Surveys: Iceland 2025  OECD

An Icelandic volcano is erupting...again. See spectacular drone video and maps of the area. - USA TodayAn Icelandic volcano is erupting...again. See spectacular drone video and maps of the area.  USA Today

Iceland: Volcano erupts from 12th time since 2021; Residents evacuated from nearby town - WIONIceland: Volcano erupts from 12th time since 2021; Residents evacuated from nearby town  WION

Iceland volcano live: Hotels and Blue Lagoon evacuated as eruption sends clouds of gas towards Grindivik - MSNIceland volcano live: Hotels and Blue Lagoon evacuated as eruption sends clouds of gas towards Grindivik  MSN

Volcano erupts in Iceland, forcing evacuation of Blue Lagoon spa - Fox NewsVolcano erupts in Iceland, forcing evacuation of Blue Lagoon spa  Fox News

Development Co-operation Profiles: Iceland - OECDDevelopment Co-operation Profiles: Iceland  OECD

Iceland sees gold at 2025 Dance World Cup dance event - IceNews - Daily NewsIceland sees gold at 2025 Dance World Cup dance event  IceNews - Daily News

Bergþóra’s story: how Iceland transformed youth alcohol consumption - World Health Organization (WHO)Bergþóra’s story: how Iceland transformed youth alcohol consumption  World Health Organization (WHO)

Iceland Foods makes decisions at the speed of business with Microsoft Fabric and RTI | Microsoft Customer Stories - MicrosoftIceland Foods makes decisions at the speed of business with Microsoft Fabric and RTI | Microsoft Customer Stories  Microsoft

From Iceland — Bilateral Defence And Security Agreement Between Iceland And The EU Announced - The Reykjavik GrapevineFrom Iceland — Bilateral Defence And Security Agreement Between Iceland And The EU Announced  The Reykjavik Grapevine

The Cod Wars – How Iceland Fought Off Global Powers and Won Control of Its Seas - MSNThe Cod Wars – How Iceland Fought Off Global Powers and Won Control of Its Seas  MSN

Iceland volcano erupts, prompting evacuation of town and Blue Lagoon geothermal spa - New York PostIceland volcano erupts, prompting evacuation of town and Blue Lagoon geothermal spa  New York Post

Iceland’s 36-hour workweek has been a huge success. “On his... - Kottke.orgIceland’s 36-hour workweek has been a huge success. “On his...  Kottke.org

Switzerland 2-0 Iceland: Euro 2025 hosts knock out Iceland and boost own hopes - BBCSwitzerland 2-0 Iceland: Euro 2025 hosts knock out Iceland and boost own hopes  BBC

Photo gallery: The Prime Minister of Iceland visits NATO, 28-May.-2025 - NATOPhoto gallery: The Prime Minister of Iceland visits NATO, 28-May.-2025  NATO

Volcanic Gas Haze Spreads Across Iceland Amid Eruption Slowdown - Iceland ReviewVolcanic Gas Haze Spreads Across Iceland Amid Eruption Slowdown  Iceland Review

Iceland-EU Defense Partnership: Unlocking Geopolitical and Economic Opportunities for Investors - AInvestIceland-EU Defense Partnership: Unlocking Geopolitical and Economic Opportunities for Investors  AInvest

Prime Minister to receive Iceland’s President - Government.sePrime Minister to receive Iceland’s President  Government.se

Travel Safety Alert: Iceland Volcano Erupts for Ninth Time in Less Than Two Years, What Tourists Need To Know - Travel And Tour WorldTravel Safety Alert: Iceland Volcano Erupts for Ninth Time in Less Than Two Years, What Tourists Need To Know  Travel And Tour World

Iceland Foods microloan scheme returns with ‘budget friendly basket’ to fight school holiday hunger - The GrocerIceland Foods microloan scheme returns with ‘budget friendly basket’ to fight school holiday hunger  The Grocer

Iceland travel - Lonely PlanetIceland travel  Lonely Planet

Malisheva is embarrassed in Iceland, defeated 8:0 by Vikingur (9:0) - Gazeta ExpressMalisheva is embarrassed in Iceland, defeated 8:0 by Vikingur (9:0)  Gazeta Express

Ultra-luxury escapes to Iceland’s Blue Lagoon - Luxury Lifestyle MagazineUltra-luxury escapes to Iceland’s Blue Lagoon  Luxury Lifestyle Magazine

A Mile-Long Gateway to Hell Opens Up in Iceland - GizmodoA Mile-Long Gateway to Hell Opens Up in Iceland  Gizmodo

Iceland Seafood International hf: ISI Subsidiary Signs Offer Letter for Acquisition of Two Freezer Trawlers with fishing permits - The Manila TimesIceland Seafood International hf: ISI Subsidiary Signs Offer Letter for Acquisition of Two Freezer Trawlers with fishing permits  The Manila Times

Iceland volcano erupts, forcing evacuation of Blue Lagoon spa - The TimesIceland volcano erupts, forcing evacuation of Blue Lagoon spa  The Times

2025 Press Releases - Iceland donates an additional CHF 200,000 to WTO Fish Fund - Press/972 - World Trade Organization2025 Press Releases - Iceland donates an additional CHF 200,000 to WTO Fish Fund - Press/972  World Trade Organization

Video: Honeymooning geologists among onlookers as Iceland volcano erupts once again - The Globe and MailVideo: Honeymooning geologists among onlookers as Iceland volcano erupts once again  The Globe and Mail

Norway 4-3 Iceland: Women’s Euro 2025 – as it happened - The GuardianNorway 4-3 Iceland: Women’s Euro 2025 – as it happened  The Guardian

From Iceland — A Nuclear Summer Vacation Eruption - The Reykjavik GrapevineFrom Iceland — A Nuclear Summer Vacation Eruption  The Reykjavik Grapevine

Iceland volcano eruption creates fiery scene of smoke and glowing lava - USA TodayIceland volcano eruption creates fiery scene of smoke and glowing lava  USA Today

Glaciers and geopolitics: Why Iceland matters for European security - European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR)Glaciers and geopolitics: Why Iceland matters for European security  European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR)

From Iceland — Volcanic Activity Significantly Reduced Overnight - The Reykjavik GrapevineFrom Iceland — Volcanic Activity Significantly Reduced Overnight  The Reykjavik Grapevine

Eruptive activity at Sundhnúk crater row continues at decreased intensity, Iceland - The Watchers - Watching the world evolve and transformEruptive activity at Sundhnúk crater row continues at decreased intensity, Iceland  The Watchers - Watching the world evolve and transform

Is it safe to travel to Iceland right now? Latest advice after volcano erupts - Metro.co.ukIs it safe to travel to Iceland right now? Latest advice after volcano erupts  Metro.co.uk

Iceland National Day - U.S. Department of State (.gov)Iceland National Day  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

Climate change drives record-breaking heat in Iceland and Greenland challenging cold adapted ecosystems and societies - World Weather AttributionClimate change drives record-breaking heat in Iceland and Greenland challenging cold adapted ecosystems and societies  World Weather Attribution

Iceland volcano erupts for ninth time since 2023 - CNAIceland volcano erupts for ninth time since 2023  CNA

Volcano erupts on Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula; popular tourist destination Blue Lagoon evacuated - FOX WeatherVolcano erupts on Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula; popular tourist destination Blue Lagoon evacuated  FOX Weather

Iceland volcano erupts for 9th time in almost 2 years - Az?rtacIceland volcano erupts for 9th time in almost 2 years  Az?rtac

Iceland country profile - BBCIceland country profile  BBC