Icelanders will vote on August 29 on whether to reopen EU membership talks, a decade after pulling out. The debate is heavily influenced by Brexit, with both pro-EU and Eurosceptic camps using the UK's experience as a reference point. Geopolitical concerns, particularly regarding Greenland, have accelerated the timeline.
Russian Security Council Secretary Sergey Shoigu stated that Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan is unwilling to hold a referendum on the country's membership in the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU). Shoigu commented on Pashinyan's remarks that a referendum would only occur after Yerevan applies to join the European Union, suggesting this indicates reluctance and potential future conflict with European patrons.
David Cameron offered Boris Johnson a "top five" cabinet position, such as defence secretary, if he supported the UK remaining in the EU during the 2016 referendum. Johnson ultimately backed the Leave campaign.
David Cameron offered Boris Johnson a "top five" cabinet position, such as defence secretary, if he agreed to campaign for the UK to remain in the EU during the 2016 referendum. Johnson ultimately chose to back the Leave campaign.
Iceland's foreign minister fears the country faces a 'Brexit moment' in its looming EU referendum amid warnings over misinformation and foreign interference.
