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06. Apr 2026Ministry for Foreign Affairs

Embassy of Iceland in Oslo

Embassy of Iceland in Oslo Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Statements Joint Foreign Minister' Statement on the Two-State Solution 08 September 2026 Statement of the Foreign Ministers of Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Iceland, Ireland, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden and the United Kingdom on the Two-State Solution. Ministry for Foreign Affairs Iceland signs an extension agreement for a collaboration project with NATO's Kosovo Force Command (KFOR) 07 September 2026 Iceland has signed an extension agreement for a collaboration project with NATO's KFOR Command, valid until the end of 2028. News Ministry for Foreign Affairs Referendum outcome: Iceland not to resume accession negotiations with the European Union 01 September 2026 Ministry for Foreign Affairs

06. Apr 2026Ministry for Foreign Affairs

Embassy of Iceland in London

Embassy of Iceland in London Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Statements Joint Foreign Minister' Statement on the Two-State Solution 08 September 2026 Statement of the Foreign Ministers of Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Iceland, Ireland, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden and the United Kingdom on the Two-State Solution. Ministry for Foreign Affairs Iceland signs an extension agreement for a collaboration project with NATO's Kosovo Force Command (KFOR) 07 September 2026 Iceland has signed an extension agreement for a collaboration project with NATO's KFOR Command, valid until the end of 2028. News Ministry for Foreign Affairs Referendum outcome: Iceland not to resume accession negotiations with the European Union 01 September 2026 Ministry for Foreign Affairs

06. Apr 2026Ministry for Foreign Affairs

Embassy of Iceland in Lilongwe

Embassy of Iceland in Lilongwe Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Statements Joint Foreign Minister' Statement on the Two-State Solution 08 September 2026 Statement of the Foreign Ministers of Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Iceland, Ireland, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden and the United Kingdom on the Two-State Solution. Ministry for Foreign Affairs Iceland signs an extension agreement for a collaboration project with NATO's Kosovo Force Command (KFOR) 07 September 2026 Iceland has signed an extension agreement for a collaboration project with NATO's KFOR Command, valid until the end of 2028. News Ministry for Foreign Affairs Referendum outcome: Iceland not to resume accession negotiations with the European Union 01 September 2026 Ministry for Foreign Affairs

06. Apr 2026Ministry for Foreign Affairs

Embassy of Iceland in Kampala

Embassy of Iceland in Kampala Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Statements Joint Foreign Minister' Statement on the Two-State Solution 08 September 2026 Statement of the Foreign Ministers of Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Iceland, Ireland, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden and the United Kingdom on the Two-State Solution. Ministry for Foreign Affairs Iceland signs an extension agreement for a collaboration project with NATO's Kosovo Force Command (KFOR) 07 September 2026 Iceland has signed an extension agreement for a collaboration project with NATO's KFOR Command, valid until the end of 2028. News Ministry for Foreign Affairs Referendum outcome: Iceland not to resume accession negotiations with the European Union 01 September 2026 Ministry for Foreign Affairs

06. Apr 2026Ministry for Foreign Affairs

Embassy of Iceland in Freetown

Embassy of Iceland in Freetown Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Statements Joint Foreign Minister' Statement on the Two-State Solution 08 September 2026 Statement of the Foreign Ministers of Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Iceland, Ireland, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden and the United Kingdom on the Two-State Solution. Ministry for Foreign Affairs Iceland signs an extension agreement for a collaboration project with NATO's Kosovo Force Command (KFOR) 07 September 2026 Iceland has signed an extension agreement for a collaboration project with NATO's KFOR Command, valid until the end of 2028. News Ministry for Foreign Affairs Referendum outcome: Iceland not to resume accession negotiations with the European Union 01 September 2026 Ministry for Foreign Affairs

06. Apr 2026Ministry for Foreign Affairs

Embassy of Iceland in Copenhagen

Embassy of Iceland in Copenhagen Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Statements Joint Foreign Minister' Statement on the Two-State Solution 08 September 2026 Statement of the Foreign Ministers of Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Iceland, Ireland, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden and the United Kingdom on the Two-State Solution. Ministry for Foreign Affairs Iceland signs an extension agreement for a collaboration project with NATO's Kosovo Force Command (KFOR) 07 September 2026 Iceland has signed an extension agreement for a collaboration project with NATO's KFOR Command, valid until the end of 2028. News Ministry for Foreign Affairs Referendum outcome: Iceland not to resume accession negotiations with the European Union 01 September 2026 Ministry for Foreign Affairs

06. Apr 2026Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Embassy of Iceland in Berlin

Embassy of Iceland in Berlin

Embassy of Iceland in Berlin Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Statements Joint Foreign Minister' Statement on the Two-State Solution 08 September 2026 Statement of the Foreign Ministers of Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Iceland, Ireland, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden and the United Kingdom on the Two-State Solution. Ministry for Foreign Affairs Iceland signs an extension agreement for a collaboration project with NATO's Kosovo Force Command (KFOR) 07 September 2026 Iceland has signed an extension agreement for a collaboration project with NATO's KFOR Command, valid until the end of 2028. News Ministry for Foreign Affairs Referendum outcome: Iceland not to resume accession negotiations with the European Union 01 September 2026 Ministry for Foreign Affairs

06. Apr 2026Ministry for Foreign Affairs

Conflict in the Middle East - Iceland's response

Conflict in the Middle East - Iceland's response Ministry for Foreign Affairs Iceland's response in relation to the conflict between Israel and Hamas Parliamentary resolution 522/154, approved by Alþingi on 9 November 2023 epitomises Iceland's position with regard to the conflict between Israel and the terrorist organisation Hamas. The resolution reads as follows: „Alþingi concludes that an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in the Gaza Strip should be established in order to guarantee the safety of civilians, both Palestinian and Israeli. Alþingi condemns all acts of violence directed against civilians in Palestine and Israel

03. Apr 2026Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs

Human rights in foreign policy

Human rights in foreign policy Ministry for Foreign Affairs Human rights are one of the cornerstones of Iceland’s foreign policy. In accordance with Articles 55 and 56 of the Charter of the United Nations, the member states have committed themselves to measures conducive to acknowledging human rights and fundamental freedom without any discrimination. Iceland works towards the protection and furtherance of human rights in the world, primarily within the relevant international organizations

01. Apr 2026Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Speeches and Articles, Conflict in the Middle East, Foreign Affairs, Statements, Other

Joint statement on the situation in Lebanon

We, the Ministers of Foreign Affairs of Austria, Belgium, Croatia, Cyprus, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Italy, Ireland, Latvia, Luxembourg, Moldova, Norway, Poland, San Marino, Slovenia, Spain and Sweden, concerned by the conflict in the Middle East, are appalled by the dramatic situation and renewed escalation of violence in Lebanon, where there are already 1.2 million internally displaced persons, representing some 25% of the overall population.

01. Apr 2026Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Speeches and Articles, Conflict in the Middle East, Foreign Affairs, Statements, Other

Joint statement on the situation in Lebanon

01 April 2026 / Ministry for Foreign Affairs Statements Joint statement on the situation in Lebanon We, the Ministers of Foreign Affairs of Austria, Belgium, Croatia, Cyprus, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Italy, Ireland, Latvia, Luxembourg, Moldova, Norway, Poland, San Marino, Slovenia, Spain and Sweden, concerned by the conflict in the Middle East, are appalled by the dramatic situation and renewed escalation of violence in Lebanon, where there are already 1. 2 million internally displaced persons, representing some 25% of the overall population. More than 1

31. Mar 2026Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Embassy of Iceland in Geneva, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC61 - Iceland GC - draft resolutions under item 7

31 March 2026 / Statements Embassy of Iceland in Geneva Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC61 - Iceland GC - draft resolutions under item 7 Human Rights Council – 61st Session General Comment on draft resolutions under item 7 Statement by Iceland 31 March 2026 Thank you, Mr. President, Iceland would like to thank the OIC and Palestine for their work on those resolutions that relate to the human rights situation in Palestine. Iceland supports the right of the Palestinian people to self-determination and accordingly recognized Palestine as an independent state 15 years ago, in 2011

30. Mar 2026Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Embassy of Iceland in Geneva, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC61 - Iceland GC - A/HRC/61/L.23/Rev.1: Mental health and human rights

30 March 2026 / Statements Embassy of Iceland in Geneva Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC61 - Iceland GC - A/HRC/61/L. 23/Rev. 1: Mental health and human rights Human Rights Council – 61st Session General Comment on draft resolution L

30. Mar 2026Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Embassy of Iceland in Geneva, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Other

HRC61 - Iceland GC - A/HRC/61/L.27: Rights of the child

30 March 2026 / Statements Embassy of Iceland in Geneva Ministry for Foreign Affairs HRC61 - Iceland GC - A/HRC/61/L. 27: Rights of the child Human Rights Council – 61st Session General Comment on draft resolution L. 27 Rights of the child: realizing the rights of the child affected by armed conflict Statement by Iceland 30 March 2026 Mr

30. Mar 2026Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Embassy of Iceland in Geneva, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC61 - Iceland GC - A/HRC/61/L.5: Rights of persons with disabilities

30 March 2026 / Statements Embassy of Iceland in Geneva Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC61 - Iceland GC - A/HRC/61/L. 5: Rights of persons with disabilities Human rights council – 61st session General comment on draft resolution L. 5 Rights of persons with disabilities:disability inclusive digital technologies and infrastructure, including transport and housing Statement by Iceland 30 March 2026 Mr

30. Mar 2026Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Embassy of Iceland in Geneva, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC61 - Iceland GC - A/HRC/61/L.14: Situation of human rights in Belarus

30 March 2026 / Statements Embassy of Iceland in Geneva Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC61 - Iceland GC - A/HRC/61/L. 14: Situation of human rights in Belarus Human Rights Council – 61st Session General Comment on draft resolution L. 14 Situation of human rights in Belarus Statement by Iceland 30 March 2026 Mr

30. Mar 2026Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Embassy of Iceland in Geneva, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC61 - Iceland GC - A/HRC/61/L.17: Situation of human rights in Ukraine stemming from the Russian aggression

30 March 2026 / Statements Embassy of Iceland in Geneva Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC61 - Iceland GC - A/HRC/61/L. 17: Situation of human rights in Ukraine stemming from the Russian aggression Human Rights Council – 61st Session General comment on draft resolution L. 17 Situation of human rights in Ukraine stemming from the Russian aggression Statement by Iceland 30 March 2026 Thank you, Mr

30. Mar 2026Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Embassy of Iceland in Geneva, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC61 - Iceland GC - A/HRC/61/L.29: Mandate of SR on the situation of human rights defenders

30 March 2026 / Statements Embassy of Iceland in Geneva Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC61 - Iceland GC - A/HRC/61/L. 29: Mandate of SR on the situation of human rights defenders Human rights council – 61st session General comment on draft resolution L. 29 Mandate of Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights defenders Statement by Iceland 30 March 2026 Mr

27. Mar 2026Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Embassy of Iceland in Geneva, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC61 - Iceland EoV - A/HRC/61/L.3: Sixtieth anniversary of the adoption of the International Covenants on Human Rights

27 March 2026 / Statements Embassy of Iceland in Geneva Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC61 - Iceland EoV - A/HRC/61/L. 3: Sixtieth anniversary of the adoption of the International Covenants on Human Rights Human Rights Council – 61st Session EoV on draft resolution L. 3 Sixtieth anniversary of the adoption of the International Covenants on Human Rights Statement by Iceland 27 March 2026 Mr

27. Mar 2026Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Embassy of Iceland in Geneva, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC61 - Iceland EoV - A/HRC/61/L.2: The negative impact of UCM's on the enjoyment of human rights

27 March 2026 / Statements Embassy of Iceland in Geneva Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC61 - Iceland EoV - A/HRC/61/L. 2: The negative impact of UCM's on the enjoyment of human rights Human Rights Council – 61st Session EoV on draft resolution L. 2 The negative impact of unilateral coercive measures on the enjoyment of human rightsStatement by Iceland 27 March 2026 Mr

27. Mar 2026Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Embassy of Iceland in Geneva, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC61 - Iceland GC - A/HRC/61/L.19: Advancing Human Rights in South Sudan

27 March 2026 / Statements Embassy of Iceland in Geneva Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC61 - Iceland GC - A/HRC/61/L. 19: Advancing Human Rights in South Sudan Human Rights Council – 61st Session General Comment on draft resolution L. 19 Advancing Human Rights in South Sudan Statement by Iceland 27 March 2026 Mr

27. Mar 2026Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Embassy of Iceland in Geneva, Fastanefnd og sendiráð Íslands í Genf, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC61 - Iceland and Norway statement - UD on Protection of Children and Educational Institutions in context of attacks in Minab, Iran

27 March 2026 / Statements Embassy of Iceland in Geneva Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC61 - Iceland and Norway statement - UD on Protection of Children and Educational Institutions in context of attacks in Minab, Iran Human Rights Council – 61st Session Urgent debate on “Protection of Children and Educational Institutions in International Armed Conflicts: The Aerial Attacks on Shajareh Tayyebeh Girls’ School in Minab, Iran, as a Grave Breach of International Humanitarian Law and International Human Rights Law” Statement by Norway and Iceland 27 March 2026 President, On behalf of Iceland and Norway, we welcome this urgent debate. The Middle East is on fire. Human suffering is severe and immediate

26. Mar 2026Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Embassy of Iceland in Geneva, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC61 - NB8 Statement - ID with HC on Haiti

26 March 2026 / Statements Embassy of Iceland in Geneva Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC61 - NB8 Statement - ID with HC on Haiti Human Rights Council - 61st Session Item 10: ID with HC on Haiti Statement delivered by Estonia on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic States 26 March 2026 Mr. President, We thank the High Commissioner for the report and affirm our support to ongoing stabilization efforts in Haiti, including through the UNSC Gang Suppression Force.

26. Mar 2026Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Embassy of Iceland in Geneva, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Other

HRC61 - NB8 Statement - ID with HC on Haiti

26 March 2026 / Statements Embassy of Iceland in Geneva Ministry for Foreign Affairs HRC61 - NB8 Statement - ID with HC on Haiti Human Rights Council - 61st session Item 10: ID with HC on Haiti Statement delivered by Estonia on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic States: Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway and Sweden 26 March 2026 Mr. President, I have the honour to deliver this statement on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic States. We thank the High Commissioner for the report and affirm our support for ongoing stabilization efforts in Haiti, including through the UNSC Gang Suppression Force

26. Mar 2026Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Embassy of Iceland in Geneva, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC61 - NB8 Statement - ID on the HC’s oral update on the situation of human rights in Ukraine

26 March 2026 / Statements Embassy of Iceland in Geneva Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC61 - NB8 Statement - ID on the HC’s oral update on the situation of human rights in Ukraine Human Rights Council - 61st Session Item 10: Interactive dialogue on the High Commissioner’s oral update on the situation of human rights in Ukraine Statement delivered by Lithuania on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic Countires 26 March 2026 Mr President, I am delivering this statement on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic States. We thank the High Commissioner for the update. Russia’s illegal war of aggression against Ukraine continues to have devastating consequences for civilians

26. Mar 2026Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Embassy of Iceland in Geneva, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC61 - NB8 Statement - High-level ID on the human rights situation in the Central African Republic

26 March 2026 / Statements Embassy of Iceland in Geneva Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC61 - NB8 Statement - High-level ID on the human rights situation in the Central African Republic Human Rights Council - 61st session Item 10: High-level ID on the human rights situation in the Central African Republic Statement by Norway on behalf of the Nordic and Baltic Countries 26 March 2026 President, I have the honour to speak on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic countries. We thank the Independent Expert for his dedicated efforts. We welcome the local elections held in CAR last year, the first since 1988

25. Mar 2026Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Embassy of Iceland in Geneva, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC61 - NB8 Statement - EID on the Democratic Republic of the Congo

25 March 2026 / Statements Embassy of Iceland in Geneva Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC61 - NB8 Statement - EID on the Democratic Republic of the Congo Human Rights Council – 61st Session Enhanced Interactive Dialogue on the Democratic Republic of the Congo Statement delivered by Sweden on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic States 25 March 2026 Mr President, Thank you, High Commissioner, for your presentation. I have the honour to make this statement on behalf of the Nordic and Baltic countries. The situation for human rights in eastern DRC is deeply concerning

25. Mar 2026Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Embassy of Iceland in Geneva, Fastanefnd og sendiráð Íslands í Genf, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC61 - NB8 Statement - Urgent debate to discuss the recent military aggression launched by the Islamic Republic of Iran

25 March 2026 / Statements Embassy of Iceland in Geneva Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC61 - NB8 Statement - Urgent debate to discuss the recent military aggression launched by the Islamic Republic of Iran Human Rights Council – 61st Session Urgent debate "to discuss the recent military aggression launched by the Islamic Republic of Iran against Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates on 28 February 2026, targeting civilians and civilian infrastructure, which has resulted in the loss of innocent lives” Statement delivered by Sweden on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic Countires 25 March 2026 Mr President, I have the honour to speak on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic countries. We welcome this urgent debate.

25. Mar 2026Statements, Permanent Mission of Iceland to the UN, Speeches and Articles, Mission, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Other

Explanation of Vote on UN General Assembly A/80/L.48 - UNDOTEA

25 March 2026 / Statements Permanent Mission of Iceland to the UN Ministry for Foreign Affairs Explanation of Vote on UN General Assembly A/80/L. 48 - UNDOTEA Statement by Ms. Marion Crepet, Legal Advisor, Permanent Mission of the Principality of Liechtenstein to the United Nations General Assembly, Declaration of the Trafficking of Enslaved Africans and Racialised Chattel Enslavement of Africans as the Gravest Crime Against Humanity (UNDOTEA), Explanation of Vote 25 March 2026 Liechtenstein delivers this joint explanation of vote on behalf of Iceland, Liechtenstein and Switzerland

24. Mar 2026Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Embassy of Iceland in Geneva, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC61 - JST - 60th anniversary of the Covenants

24 March 2026 / Statements Embassy of Iceland in Geneva Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC61 - JST - 60th anniversary of the Covenants Human Rights Council – 61st session Item 8: General Debate Joint Statement delivered by the EU on behalf of a Cross Regional Group of Countries 60th anniversary of the Covenants 24 March 2026 I am delivering this statement on behalf of a cross-regional group of countries. This year we commemorate the 60th anniversary of the adoption of the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights and the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights by the General Assembly on 16 December 1966.

24. Mar 2026Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Embassy of Iceland in Geneva, Fastanefnd og sendiráð Íslands í Genf, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC61 - JST - The human rights situation in Palestine and other occupied Arab territories

24 March 2026 / Statements Embassy of Iceland in Geneva Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC61 - JST - The human rights situation in Palestine and other occupied Arab territories Human Rights Council – 61st session Item 7 - General debate: The human rights situation in Palestine and other occupied Arab territories Joint statement delivered by Malaysia on behalf of a Cross Regional Group of Countries 24 march 2026 Mr. President, We have the honour to deliver this statement on behalf of a cross-regional group of 33 countries. 1

24. Mar 2026Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Embassy of Iceland in Geneva, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC61 - Iceland statement - Item 7: General Debate

24 March 2026 / Statements Embassy of Iceland in Geneva Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC61 - Iceland statement - Item 7: General Debate Human Rights Council – 61st Session Item 7: General Debate Statement delivered by Iceland 24 March 2026 Mr. President, Iceland recognised Palestine in 2011 and remains steadfast in its commitment to the Palestinian people’s right to self-determination and a path toward freedom, justice and lasting peace. Civilians in Gaza continue to endure extreme hardship, exacerbated by the destruction of critical infrastructure and essential services

22. Mar 2026Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Speeches and Articles, Environment Climate and Nature Protection, Foreign Affairs, Climate Change, Statements, Other

Joint GREEN GROUP Article on World Water Day 2026

22 March 2026 / Ministry for Foreign Affairs Statements Joint GREEN GROUP Article on World Water Day 2026 A recent UN report warns that the world has reached a state of water bankruptcy. While not all countries are water bankrupt, enough critical systems around the world have crossed these thresholds, affecting all of us due to our interconnectedness through trade, migration, climate feedback and geopolitical dependencies. Water underpins public health, human security and prosperity, food and energy security, biodiversity, environmental resilience, climate stability and peace

18. Mar 2026Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Speeches and Articles, European Affairs, Security and Defense, Foreign Affairs, Statements, Other

EU - Iceland: Joint Press Release on the Signature of the Security and Defence Partnership

18 March 2026 / Ministry for Foreign Affairs Statements EU - Iceland: Joint Press Release on the Signature of the Security and Defence Partnership Today, the High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas and the Foreign Minister of Iceland Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir signed the EU-Iceland Security and Defence Partnership, bringing their security and defence cooperation to a new level. The new Security and Defence Partnership further strengthens the close cooperation between the EU and Iceland and will contribute to the security and prosperity of the EU and Iceland that are interconnected.

16. Mar 2026Statements, Embassy of Iceland in Geneva, Conflict in the Middle East, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Mission, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC61 - NB8 statement - ID with the SR and FFM on the Islamic Republic of Iran

16 March 2026 / Ministry for Foreign Affairs HRC61 - NB8 statement - ID with the SR and FFM on the Islamic Republic of Iran 61st Session of the Human Rights Council Joint Interactive Dialogue with the Special Rapporteur and the Fact-Finding Mission on the Islamic Republic of Iran on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic States Statement delivered by Iceland 16 March 2026 Mr. President, I have the honour to deliver this statement on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic States. During the Special Session in January, this Council strongly urged the Government of the Islamic Republic of Iran to respect, protect and fulfil its human rights obligations

16. Mar 2026Statements, Embassy of Iceland in Geneva, Conflict in the Middle East, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Mission, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC61 - NB8 statement - ID with the SR and FFM on the Islamic Republic of Iran

16 March 2026 / Statements Embassy of Iceland in Geneva Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC61 - NB8 statement - ID with the SR and FFM on the Islamic Republic of Iran 61st Session of the Human Rights Council Joint Interactive Dialogue with the Special Rapporteur and the Fact-Finding Mission on the Islamic Republic of Iran on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic States Statement delivered by Iceland 16 March 2026 Mr. President, I have the honour to deliver this statement on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic States. During the Special Session in January, this Council strongly urged the Government of the Islamic Republic of Iran to respect, protect and fulfil its human rights obligations

16. Mar 2026Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Embassy of Iceland in Geneva, Fastanefnd og sendiráð Íslands í Genf, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC61 - NB8 Statement - ID with the Group of Human Rights Experts on Nicaragua

16 March 2026 / Statements Embassy of Iceland in Geneva Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC61 - NB8 Statement - ID with the Group of Human Rights Experts on Nicaragua Human Rights Council - 61st Session Interactive Dialogue with the Group of Human Rights Experts on Nicaragua Statement delivered by Latvia on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic States 16 March 2026 Mr. President, I have the honour to deliver this statement on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic States. We thank the Group of Experts for the latest report and valuable recommendations

16. Mar 2026Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Embassy of Iceland in Geneva, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC61 - Iceland statement - Item 4: General Debate

16 March 2026 / Statements Embassy of Iceland in Geneva Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC61 - Iceland statement - Item 4: General Debate Human Rights Council – 61st Session Item 4: General Debate Statement delivered by Iceland 16 March 2026 Mr. President, Iceland is deeply alarmed by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East which has added another dimension to an already profound human rights crisis. We call for de-escalation, the protection of civilians and full respect for international law, and encourage a return to diplomatic dialogue

16. Mar 2026Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Embassy of Iceland in Geneva, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva

HRC61 - JST - Item 4: General Debate

16 March 2026 / Statements Embassy of Iceland in Geneva Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC61 - JST - Item 4: General Debate Human Rights Council – 61st Session General Debate under Item 4 EU Statement 16 March 2026 Mister President, I have the honour to speak on behalf of the European Union. Albania, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Montenegro, North Macedonia and Ukraine align themselves with this statement. The EU follows developments in Iran and the Middle East with utmost concern

13. Mar 2026Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Embassy of Iceland in Geneva, Fastanefnd og sendiráð Íslands í Genf, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC61 - NB8 Statement - ID with the SR on the DPRK

13 March 2026 / Statements Embassy of Iceland in Geneva Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC61 - NB8 Statement - ID with the SR on the DPRK Human Rights Council - 61st Session Interactive Dialogue with the Special Rapporteur on the DPRK Statement delivered by Latvia on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic States 13 March 2026 Mr. President, I have the honour to deliver this statement on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic States. Madame Special Rapporteur, we thank you for the report and your continued efforts to maintain international focus on the ongoing systemic and widespread human rights violations and abuses in the DPRK

13. Mar 2026Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Embassy of Iceland in Geneva, Fastanefnd og sendiráð Íslands í Genf, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC61 - NB8 Statement - ID with SR on the Human Rights situation in Myanmar

13 March 2026 / Statements Embassy of Iceland in Geneva Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC61 - NB8 Statement - ID with SR on the Human Rights situation in Myanmar Human Rights Council - 61st Session Item 4: Interactive dialogue with the Special Rapporteur on the Human Rights situation in Myanmar Statement delivered by Sweden on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic States 13 March 2026 Special Rapporteur, The Nordic-Baltic States thank you for your updates and for your contribution to the work of the HRC. Throughout your mandate, you have been carrying the human rights torch high and with a clear voice. We remain deeply disturbed by the human rights crisis in Myanmar

13. Mar 2026Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Embassy of Iceland in Geneva, Fastanefnd og sendiráð Íslands í Genf, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC61 - NB8 Statement - ID with the Commission of Inquiry on the Syrian Arab Republic

13 March 2026 / Statements Embassy of Iceland in Geneva Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC61 - NB8 Statement - ID with the Commission of Inquiry on the Syrian Arab Republic Human Rights Council - 61st Session Item 4: Interactive dialogue with the Commission of Inquiry on the Syrian Arab Republic Statement delivered by Lithuania on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic States 13 March 2026 Mr. President, I speak on behalf of the Nordic and Baltic states. After decades of atrocities, devastating conflict and repression, Syria stands at a pivotal moment

13. Mar 2026Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Embassy of Iceland in Geneva, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Fastanefnd og sendiráð Íslands í Genf, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC61 - NB8 Statement - ID with the FFM on the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela

13 March 2026 / Statements Embassy of Iceland in Geneva Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC61 - NB8 Statement - ID with the FFM on the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela Human Rights Council 61st Session Interactive Dialogue with the FFM on the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela Statement delivered by Iceland on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic States 12 March 2026 Mr. President, I have the honour to speak on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic States. We thank the Fact-Finding Mission for the oral update and reiterate our full support for its important work

12. Mar 2026Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Embassy of Iceland in Geneva, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC61- NB8 Statement - ID with Group of Experts on Belarus

12 March 2026 / Statements Embassy of Iceland in Geneva Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC61- NB8 Statement - ID with Group of Experts on Belarus Human Rights Council - 61st Session Item 4: Interactive dialogue on Group of Experts on Belarus Statement delivered by Norway on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic States 12 March 2026 President, I have the honour to speak on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic States. I thank the Group of Independent Experts for this comprehensive report and reaffirm our full support for your mandate. Your findings confirm that the Belarusian authorities have continued to systematically violate human rights