AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoWhaling Watch: Icelandic whalers are set to resume fin-whale hunting after a two-year pause, with two vessels leaving Reykjavík for preparatory work before heading to the high seas, as animal welfare groups question the hunt’s justification. Democracy & Trust: A Reykjavík conference warned that social media and AI are accelerating disinformation risks in Iceland, making it harder for people to judge what’s reliable and for institutions to maintain public trust. Women’s Rights in Europe: The Council of Europe’s Vigdís Prize shortlist is sparking controversy after a European abortion-rights campaign was named among nominees, prompting an objection from a German MP. Arctic Environment: Greenpeace says an underwater robot set a record for the world’s deepest protest between Iceland and Svalbard, urging leaders to protect deep-sea ecosystems from mining. Travel to Iceland: easyJet announced new winter flights from Liverpool to Reykjavík starting Nov. 2, 2026, with twice-weekly service. Local Disruption: Iceland’s single-lane bridges remain a summer headache for Ring Road drivers, with guidance on how to pass safely and avoid delays.
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