Iceland’s New Whaling License: A Step Backward for Marine Life

Iceland’s new whaling license allows the killing of up to 209 fin whales each year, a species that is vulnerable and crucial for ocean health. This decision is seen as irresponsible and unethical, especially since whales help sustain marine ecosystems. The whaling industry in Iceland is struggling economically, while whale-watching tourism is thriving. There is hope that the new government will ban whaling and protect marine life instead of exploiting it.