Iceland Prime Minister Calls Snap Election

Iceland's Prime Minister Bjarni Benediktsson announced the dissolution of the three-party coalition government, citing significant policy disagreements on immigration and energy, which led to a governmental crisis. He has called for snap elections potentially on November 23 or 30, following a Gallup poll indicating only 24.6% public support for the coalition. Benediktsson will meet with President Halla Tomasdottir to discuss the dissolution of parliament and the election process. The political instability is exacerbated by economic pressures from high inflation and recent volcanic eruptions that displaced thousands. Benediktsson, who took office in April after Katrin Jakobsdottir's resignation, aims to clarify the coalition's vision for the future amid these challenges. This election comes at a critical time for Iceland, as it navigates both political and natural crises.