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Wednesday, September 09, 2026
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Local politics are seeing a shake-up as a new majority has formed in Reykjavík, led by Kolbrún, which has resulted in residents of Sævarhöfði being given two months to vacate their homes. This comes as a request to densify settlement in Vatnsendaland has been denied once more, adding to its contentious history.
On the national stage, the government, led by Prime Minister Kristrún Frostadóttir and Minister of Finance and Economic Affairs Daði Már Kristófersson, is betting on a balanced budget for the first time, proposing new taxes on transport, tourism, and banking, alongside significant cuts. Meanwhile, new PISA results indicate a concerning trend, with over a quarter of students lacking basic proficiency in any subject area.
The debate surrounding Iceland's relationship with the European Union also continues, following the recent referendum where voters rejected restarting accession talks. Thomas Möller has contributed an opinion piece on national independence, while an election advertisement critical of an EU power cable has been ordered for 'Forward Iceland'.
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Prime Minister Kristrún Frostadóttir's government, with Minister of Finance and Economic Affairs Daði Már Kristófersson, is proposing a balanced budget for the first time, funded by new taxes on transport, tourism, and banking, alongside 44 billion ISK in cuts, aiming to escape high interest rates. Meanwhile, new PISA results reveal that over a quarter of students lack basic proficiency in any subject area.
Heimildin:
Government Bets on a Balanced Budget
Taxes on transport, tourism, and banking are proposed to fund a balanced budget, alongside a 44 billion ISK cut. Iceland aims to escape high interest rates.
Heimildin:
Over a Quarter Lack Basic Skills in Any PISA Field
PISA results show that more than a quarter of students do not achieve basic proficiency in any subject area.
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The discussion around national independence and EU relations continues, with Thomas Möller sharing his perspective on self-sufficiency. Additionally, an election advertisement, ordered by 'Afram Island' and aired on RUV, has criticized the potential dangers of an EU power cable.
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Thomas Möller writes: 'We can do this ourselves'
Thomas Möller shares his thoughts, stating 'We can do this ourselves,' in a piece accompanied by an image of the EU and UK flags, suggesting a commentary on national independence or international relations.
Heimildin:
Election Ad Criticizing EU Power Cable Ordered for 'Forward Iceland'
An advertisement under the 'Thjodmal' media label, aired on RUV, was ordered under the identity of 'Afram Island'. The ad warned of dangers from an EU power cable, referencing a cable to Cyprus.
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Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir, Minister for Foreign Affairs, has announced that Iceland will take action against Israeli settlers, joining twelve other countries in signing a declaration to this effect.
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'We Will Take Action for Justice and Lasting Peace'
Gerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir announces actions against Israeli settlers, with twelve countries signing a declaration to this effect.
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