The anti-NATO riot in Iceland of 30 March 1949 was prompted by the decision of the Alþingi, the Icelandic parliament, to join the newly formed NATO, thereby involving Iceland directly in the Cold War,
Fighting breaks out between anti- and pro-NATO supporters, and police. The windows of the House of the Althing have been smashed (30 March 1949).
Policemen in gas masks guard Austurvöllur after dispersing the crowd with tear gas
People gather in front of the House of the Althing.
Police are prepared for trouble in front of the House of the Althing.
Keflavík International Airport, also known as Reykjavík–Keflavík Airport, is the largest airport in Iceland and the country's main hub for international transportation. The airport is located approxim
1949 anti-NATO riot in Iceland
…and it was replaced by a decidedly pro-NATO government. On 30 September 2006, the US Navy unilaterally withdrew the last of its military force from Keflavík airport. In 2016, the United States began preparations to re-establish its presence at the base. In 2017, the United States announced its intention to construct…
SSJ100 Keflavik runways
Aerial view of the main buildings in 2006.
Terminal exterior
Terminal interior