Iceland’s referendum on resuming European Union membership negotiations is currently showing a slight lead for the “yes” vote. After counting 140,000 ballots, results indicate 51.0 percent of voters favor restarting talks, while 49.0 percent oppose them. The Icelandic broadcaster RUV reports these preliminary figures as the nation decides whether to pursue closer ties with the EU. The outcome remains close, suggesting a potentially tight final result. This referendum marks a renewed debate on Iceland’s relationship with the European Union, following a previous suspension of accession talks. A final decision will be made as the remaining votes are tallied, determining Iceland’s path forward regarding EU membership. The narrow margin highlights the divided opinions among the Icelandic electorate.