Iceland has voted against initiating negotiations to join the European Union, according to public broadcaster RUV. The referendum results, announced Sunday, indicate a rejection of the government’s proposal to open talks with the EU. With only a small number of votes left to be tallied, the outcome appears conclusive. This decision marks a significant moment for the Nordic nation, which previously applied for EU membership in 2009 but later withdrew its application in 2013 following political shifts. The result signals continued public reservations about closer ties with the EU. Further details regarding the final vote count are expected shortly, but the trend clearly demonstrates Icelandic citizens’ preference to remain outside the bloc.