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Left: Leaders of the No campaign react as early results from rural Iceland put the No side ahead. Right: A supporter watches partial referendum results.

Video. Relief and sorrow in Iceland as EU membership talks referendum fails

Updated: 30/08/2026 - 18:10 GMT+2

The result of the referendum has also been hailed by right-wing figures from across the UK and France.

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