Iceland's PM announces coalition government's collapse over asylum, energy policies; elections set for Nov 30.
Iceland's Prime Minister Bjarni Benediktsson announced the collapse of the three-party coalition government, leading to elections on November 30. The coalition, which includes the Independence Party, Progressive Party, and Left-Green Movement, disbanded due to disagreements on asylum seekers and energy policies. The government's support has fallen to 24.6%, marking its lowest in 30 years. Benediktsson will meet with President Halla Tomasdottir regarding the dissolution.
October 13, 2024
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