Iceland's Foreign Minister Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir stated, 'We cannot have both eyes tied and continue as if nothing happened,' in response to a query from the leader of the Independence Party regarding an undisclosed matter.
Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir, Iceland's Minister of Finance, held discussions with the President of the World Bank, highlighting the institution's crucial role as a partner for Icelandic authorities in securing funding for developing nations.
Iceland's Foreign Minister, Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir, stated there is no doubt about the subject of the national referendum on August 29. She clarified that the country's application for EU membership was never withdrawn, a fact some MPs deny.
The Icelandic National Election Commission has made significant and strongly worded objections to Foreign Minister Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir's parliamentary resolution proposal for a national referendum on EU accession negotiations.
Iceland's Foreign Minister Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir states that negotiations for EU accession have not begun, despite recent discussions suggesting otherwise.
Icelandic Foreign Minister Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir and EU Foreign Affairs Chief Kaja Kallas signed a cooperation declaration on security and defense matters in Brussels today.
Icelandic Foreign Minister Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir has given unclear answers regarding a question she plans to put to the nation in August: 'Should negotiations on Iceland's accession to the European Union continue?' The question has been repeatedly described as 'very simple'.
Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir utanríkisráðherra segir samstarf Íslands og Bandaríkjanna á sviði öryggis-og varnarmála áfram gott, þrátt fyrir að ríkin greini á um viðskipti og tollamál.
Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir, Iceland's Foreign Minister, stated that it is clear US authorities are not strong supporters of the European Union and actively speak against it.
Icelandic Foreign Minister Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir is scheduled to meet with EU foreign affairs chief Kaja Kallas in Brussels next week to discuss increased cooperation in defense matters.
Icelandic Foreign Minister Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir faced strong criticism from the opposition in Alþingi, accused of bypassing the nation and parliament and violating parliamentary rules.
Icelandic Foreign Minister Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir has appealed to the Catholic Church to 'step back' after the Chancellor of the Catholic Church stated it helps people suppress their sexuality.
Iceland’s Foreign Minister has voiced concern about the risk of wider conflict in the Middle East following US and Israeli strikes on Iran and retaliatory action by Tehran. Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir said the Iranian clerical leadership had fuelled instability across the region but warned that further escalation would pose a serious threat to international peace. […]
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Aðalsteinn Leifsson has resigned from his position as assistant to Icelandic Foreign Minister Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir, citing reasons he believes will surprise most people except his closest friends.
Iceland's Foreign Minister, Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir, addressed the United Nations Human Rights Council, stating that respect for international law and fundamental rights is declining worldwide.
Icelandic MP Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir expressed disappointment at the state of human rights, stating that current events are 'part of a wider erosion of democracy' a year after joining the Human Rights Council.
Iceland's Foreign Minister Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir emphasizes trusting the nation on whether to resume EU accession talks, while Sigríður Á. Andersen of the Centre Party criticizes the preparation.
Iceland's Foreign Minister, Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir, stated it was normal for the National Electoral Commission to comment on the wording of a question for an upcoming national referendum on whether to begin EU accession talks.
Iceland's Foreign Minister Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir held talks in Germany with German Minister for European Affairs Gunther Krichbaum, focusing on bilateral relations, economic cooperation, and security policy.
Icelandic Foreign Minister Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir believes that in potential EU accession negotiations, the European Union would more likely adopt Iceland's fisheries management system rather than requiring Iceland to adapt to the EU's.
Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir utanríkisráðherra segir ekki ótvírætt að hægt yrði að virkja fimmtu grein Atlantshafssáttmálans yrði Ísland fyrir árás á mikilvæga innviði.
Icelandic Foreign Minister Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir's trip to Chile was unexpectedly cut short after a scheduled meeting with US Assistant Secretary of State Christopher Landau was canceled post-arrival.
Iceland's Foreign Minister, Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir, stated that the 18-month timeline she previously mentioned for potential European Union accession talks is not based on formal discussions with the EU.
Icelandic Foreign Minister Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir is traveling to Washington D.C. to meet with US officials to discuss bilateral cooperation and international affairs.
Icelandic Foreign Minister Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir expresses significant concern about foreign entities attempting to influence the outcome of the national referendum on continuing EU accession talks.
Foreign Minister Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir attended an informal meeting of the Council of the Baltic Sea States foreign ministers in Warsaw, Poland.
Iceland is not participating in France's nuclear deterrence program, but Foreign Minister Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir states it is not unusual for Europe to strengthen its defenses.
Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir utanríkisráðherra kveðst hafa miklar áhyggjur af þeirri stöðu sem upp er komin í Mið-Austurlöndum en Bandaríkin og Ísrael hófu að gera árásir á Íran snemma í morgun.
Icelandic Foreign Minister Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir, along with 18 other foreign ministers, has signed a joint statement condemning recent Israeli decisions regarding land ownership in the West Bank.
Icelandic Foreign Minister Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir stated that no decision has been made regarding the timing of a national referendum on resuming accession talks with the European Union.
Iceland's Foreign Minister, Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir, stated that it is crucial for NATO to remain strong and for the transatlantic relationship to be robust, commenting on US decisions.
Icelandic Foreign Minister Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir stated that Iceland cannot afford to isolate itself in a volatile world and must explore all options to enhance its security.
Icelandic Foreign Minister Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir stated that her party, Viðreisn (Reform Party), acts as a counterbalance to extremism and special interest groups, criticizing those who claim the system is broken and advocate for its dismantling.
Icelandic Foreign Minister Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir stated that it is not good to be 'grass when the elephants dance,' referring to the danger of being caught between unpredictable great power blocs.
Icelandic Foreign Minister Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir met with her Portuguese counterpart, Paulo Rangel, in Lisbon to thank him for Portugal's contribution to NATO air policing in Iceland.
Iceland's Foreign Minister, Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir, states that building a resilient society and ensuring strong, secure infrastructure is more crucial than ever, as energy infrastructure would be the primary target in an attack.
„Loksins þegar Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir utanríkisráðherra fer til fundar við bandaríska ráðamenn, þá hittir hún enga ráðherra en fær aðeins áheyrn hjá varamönnum þeirra.
Iceland's Foreign Minister, Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir, stated that during her meetings with U.S. officials in Washington, it was made clear that Iceland is not exempt from increased contributions by European nations to NATO.
Icelandic Foreign Minister Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir has proposed a parliamentary resolution for a national referendum on resuming EU accession talks, stating that if negotiations were to restart, they could be completed within 1.5 years, a stance that has drawn sharp criticism from opposition…
Iceland's Foreign Minister, Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir, is traveling to Washington D.C. to hold meetings concerning the bilateral relationship between Iceland and the United States, as well as the state of international affairs.
Icelandic Foreign Minister Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir traveled to Brussels eight times last year for various meetings but did not attend any meetings in Washington, D.C.
Icelandic Foreign Minister Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir acknowledges flaws in the European Union but highlights benefits such as consumer protection, citing improved mobile roaming for Icelanders.
Aðalsteinn Leifsson has decided to step down as the assistant to Icelandic Foreign Minister Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir to pursue theological studies at the University of Iceland.
Iceland’s Foreign Minister has rejected reports suggesting a referendum on resuming European Union accession talks could be held as early as August. Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir said no decision has been taken on the timing of a vote, responding to a report by Politico which cited unnamed sources indicating a possible summer referendum. In comments to […]
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Icelandic Foreign Minister Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir addressed the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva, highlighting the challenging year for the international system amidst global conflicts.