Iceland’s foreign minister fears ‘Brexit moment’ in country’s EU accession referendum

The Guardian UK Wednesday 27 May 2026, 05:00 UTC By Miranda Bryant Nordic correspondent 1 min read

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Iceland's foreign minister, Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir, has expressed concern that the country may face a "Brexit moment" during its upcoming EU accession referendum. She warned that misinformation, foreign interference, and the influence of AI are contributing to this apprehension. The vote, scheduled in just over three months, is being closely monitored by international powers including Washington, Moscow, and Brussels.

Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir accuses opponents of fearmongering amid warnings over misinformation and AI

Iceland’s foreign minister has said she fears her country faces a “Brexit moment” in its looming EU referendum amid warnings over misinformation, foreign interference and AI.

With just over three months to go until Iceland votes on whether or not to continue accession talks with the EU, developments are being closely watched by Washington, Moscow and Brussels.

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