Iceland resumes whale hunt amid protest
Iceland has resumed commercial whaling after a two-year hiatus, despite international criticism and protests from animal welfare groups. The government has set a reduced quota for the season, though activists maintain that the practice is inhumane and lacks consumer demand.
Why it matters
The resumption of whaling highlights the ongoing conflict between traditional industry practices and international environmental conservation standards.
REYKJAVIK, Iceland — One of Iceland's two remaining whaling ships set out this week to hunt the giant mammals after a two-year hiatus, local media and campaigners reported on Saturday.
The article presents the government's rationale alongside the arguments of environmental NGOs and protesters.
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