I don't think Edward Snowden will ever be granted asylum in Iceland. Granting asylum to Snowden without the US' blessing has massive political consequences. If

I don't think Edward Snowden will ever be granted asylum in Iceland. Granting asylum to Snowden without the US' blessing has massive political consequences. If you look at the close ties Iceland has to the US I think it is obvious that this is not going to happen: - The US are an important market for Icelandic goods, import sanctions will decimate the economy. - Iceland and the US have trade agreements, which would most likely be rescinded, resulting in higher prices of goods in Iceland. - Iceland is a party to extradition treaties. - There is an US airbase in Iceland (although it is mostly just one hanger used for reconnaissance). The only chance Snowden has to live in Iceland is if his status is downgraded to some kind of "person non grata" (i.e. he is free but will never be able to enter the US).