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Reykjavík

capital and largest city in Iceland

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  • yesterday

    Iceland seeks to expel 21 anti-whaling activists after intercepting Paul Watson Foundation ship

    Police request expulsion and a re-entry ban for the crew of the Bandero, arrested Thursday after interfering with the Hvalur 9 whaling vessel. The decision is expected next week.

  • Jun 21

    Iceland's whaling fleet sails again amid protests and planned ban

    Two Hvalur whaling ships have sailed from Reykjavik after a two-year suspension, as an activist briefly occupied a mast and the government prepares to propose a full ban this autumn.

  • Jun 13

    Scotland ends 28-year World Cup drought with 1-0 win over Haiti in Group C opener

    John McGinn’s deflected first-half goal gave Scotland a 1-0 victory over Haiti in Foxborough, putting the Scots top of Group C on their first World Cup appearance since 1998.

  • Jun 10

    Spain thrashes Iceland 6-1 to book direct ticket to 2027 Women's World Cup in Brazil

    A dominant first-half display and a brace from Vicky López powered Spain to a 6-1 victory in Reykjavik, mathematically sealing their place at the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup.

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