Wars involving Iceland

Although Iceland gained its independence throughout history, it participated in a limited number of wars. Iceland is generally known as a peaceful country and does not directly intervene in international conflicts. Here are some wars in which Iceland participated:

1. World War II: Iceland, World War II. He signed a defense agreement with England in 1940 in order to support the Norwegian government escaping from German occupation during World War II. Iceland was used as a base under British control and was subject to bombing raids by the British Royal Air Force. Iceland emerged from the war in 1944, gaining independence as the Republic of Iceland.

2. Cold War: Iceland signed a defense agreement with the United States (USA) in order to provide protection against a possible attack by the Soviet Union by becoming a member of NATO during the Cold War. Iceland had strategic importance by hosting US military bases.

3. Afghanistan War: Iceland joined the Afghanistan War in 2001 to support the US-led coalition forces. Iceland tried to ensure peace and security by sending troops to Afghanistan. Although Iceland's military contribution was small, it was among the countries that officially participated in the war.

4. International Peace Missions: Iceland has also taken part in peace missions within the United Nations (UN). For example, Iceland has contributed to UN peacemaking efforts in regions such as Kosovo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and East Timor. The wars in which Iceland participated were generally defensive and aimed at peacemaking efforts. The country generally follows a neutral foreign policy and approaches military interventions cautiously.