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Significance
The Social Democratic Alliance, along with other centre-left parties, were the main winners in the election and appear to be in a commanding position to form a new government.
Impacts
Iceland's support for Ukraine makes the country vulnerable to hybrid attacks against its infrastructure.
The government will aim to accelerate the green transition, especially regarding the construction of new wind farms.
Local opposition to tourism and immigration will likely increase over the coming years.
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