Volcano eruption forces evacuations in Iceland

Iceland's incoming government says it will put EU membership to referendum by 2027

Iceland has traditionally been ambivalent about joining the bloc but issues like the 2008 financial crisis, Brexit and a range of domestic issues has meant the country is slowly warming to the idea of membership.

Centre-left party wins Iceland's election, but will need coalition to govern

Voters in Iceland joined a global trend of punishing incumbents in a parliamentary election, with a centre-left party winning the largest share of votes.

Iceland holds parliamentary election as support for main parties plunges

Voting to elect a new parliament began in Iceland on Saturday, which opinion polls suggest is likely to unseat the ruling coalition after seven years in power.