Iceland on Track to Reject EU Referendum as Counting Nears End The small North Atlantic island nation of Iceland has long prided itself on its unique blend of rugged natural beauty and fierce independence.
As the counting nears its end in the recent referendum on resuming European Union membership talks, it appears that the majority of Icelandic voters have chosen to preserve their sovereignty.
The proposed EU membership deal was seen by many as a compromise between Iceland's economic interests and its desire for greater control over its fishing industry.