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Who is Thorgerdur Gunnarsdottir?

Thorgerdur Gunnarsdottir is Iceland's Foreign Minister, the senior government official responsible for the country's international relations. Her role involves managing diplomatic incidents like this one, ensuring Iceland's interests and values are represented on the global stage. Calling in the US ambassador highlights the seriousness with which Iceland views the situation.

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