Trump says 'everything's been knocked out' in Iran but offers no clear plan for war
Trump has faced criticism for conflicting messages about his justifications and aims after launching the region's biggest conflict in more than two decades.
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Trump lashes out at Spain, says he is 'going to cut off all trade'
President Donald Trump said he wants to “cut off all trade with Spain” over NATO spending, adding “we don't want anything to do with Spain." His comments came during a meeting between him and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
Macron orders first evacuations of citizens as France boosts defences in the Middle East
France says it downed drones “in legitimate defence”, will send the warship to Cyprus and deploy air-defence assets to allies as the first two repatriation flights head to Paris on Tuesday night
Trump threatens to halt trade with Spain over military base access
Trump lashed out after Spain barred the US from using its military bases to carry out strikes on Iran.
Hungarian veto on Ukraine loan proves EU needs less unanimity, says new Dutch PM
"The Netherlands is back," Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten declared on his first trip to Brussels since taking office.
New charges for son of Norway's crown princess on trial for rape
Marius Borg Høiby now faces a total of 40 charges at his trial and denies the most serious allegations.
'Iran's attack will not go unanswered,' Qatar's foreign ministry says
Qatar's Foreign Ministry said Iran's attacks have crossed "every red line" and condemned the strikes which targeted civilian areas and facilities.
Belgium detains three suspected Cameroon separatists in war crimes probe
Money is reportedly being raised by them for the armed struggle, prosecutors say.
Watch: What are Iranian Shahed drones — and why are they everyone's problem
Recent videos from Bahrain and Dubai show a terrifying new reality. Open-source intelligence quickly confirmed what they are: Iranian-designed and made Shahed drones. And Iran is now firing these weapons across the entire region. Should you be worried?
Latest news bulletin | March 3rd, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this March 3rd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
US could owe over €110bn in tariff refunds after court rejects Trump delay
After the US federal appeals court rejected Trump’s attempt to postpone proceedings on refunds for tariffs, the CIT must now establish a framework for what could become the largest tariff refund operation in US history.
Iran war puts Von der Leyen’s expanding foreign policy role under scrutiny
Analysts say the European Commission president has increasingly stepped into foreign-policy areas reserved for others under EU treaties, from the US-Israel attack on Iran to Ukraine, Gaza, and US tariffs on the EU.
What is Iran's Assembly of Experts and who will succeed Khamenei?
The death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has plunged Iran into a wartime leadership crisis. A temporary council runs the country while the Assembly of Experts — whose headquarters were hit in US-Israeli strikes on Tuesday — must select a successor.
Breast cancer cases set to reach 3.5 million by 2050, study finds
Breast cancer cases are expected to rise worldwide due to population ageing and growth, according to a new study.
Do the Epstein files show he was working for Russia or another intelligence agency?
From internet users to US lawmakers, speculation abounds regarding convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's ties to intelligence agencies. Questions about his links to Russian elites have come to the forefront following the release of the latest batch of files.
Drone attacks on British base in Cyprus spark concern, but no NATO or EU response
Cyprus is one of four EU countries that are not NATO members – but the UK, which has sovereign bases on the island, is.
EU praises Azerbaijani gas partnership amid energy disruption triggered by Middle East crisis
Energy Commissioner Dan Jørgensen said Azerbaijan's gas supplies will remain an important backbone of the EU's energy security as the bloc deals with a new energy crisis following the suspension of LNG shipments from Qatar and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
France to facilitate the evacuation of 'vulnerable' nationals from Middle East
400,000 French nationals are in countries across the Gulf affected by the Iran war, according to French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot.
Euronews correspondent reports from Doha as regional conflict continues into day four
Euronews correspondent Aadel Haleem in Doha reports on the latest developments as the conflict intensifies across the Middle East. Missiles were intercepted over the Qatari capital overnight, while airspace remains closed and shelter-in-place measures continue.
Spring statement: Iran war casts shadow over fragile UK economic recovery
Chancellor Rachel Reeves sought to strike an upbeat note on Tuesday on the state of the UK economy, even as oil and gas prices surged in the wake of the fast-evolving war with Iran.
Europe unites to build sovereign cloud and AI infrastructure to stop reliance on US
Europe announces a new cloud empire to end dependence on the US and China.
A New Kazakh Tycoon and Old Russian Ties: The Mutalip Factor
Russia is using the states of Central Asia, above all Kazakhstan, as a key channel for circumventing Western sanctions imposed after February 2022. This includes the parallel import of dual-use goods, re-exports and financial operations. Despite the blocking of leading Russian
Iran attacks threaten US GDP growth and inflation prospects
The US and Israeli attacks on Iran have pushed up oil prices, adding fresh uncertainty to a US economy already facing stubborn inflation and weak hiring.
UK to send Royal Navy warship HMS Dragon to Cyprus
The prime minister said the "UK is fully committed to the security of Cyprus and British military personnel based" on RAF Akrotiri.
By order of the Peaky Blinders: Birmingham premiere for Tommy Shelby's full-length film debut
Cillian Murphy is back in Birmingham as gangster Tommy Shelby for 'Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man', a feature film, based on the hit television series. The Oscar-winning actor played the enigmatic character for six seasons of the show set in the early 1900s in central England.
Orbán and Zelenskyy clash again over Druzhba, with Brussels caught in between
As the dispute over the Druzhba pipeline persists, EU officials are hoping that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will make a move.
How do flight tracking websites work?
With airspaces closed across the Middle East due to the Israel-Iran conflict, we explain the data behind real-time tracking of the world’s aviation industry.
Shoot for the Starlink: How Deutsche Telekom hopes to close Europe's cellular dead zones
Speaking to Euronews Next at the 20th Mobile World Congress, Deutsche Telekom discussed partnering with Starlink, integrating more AI, and how they're navigating global growth while protecting EU sovereignty.
The women leading Japan’s high-tech orbital revolution
Japan is transforming space technology into commercial solutions to safeguard Earth’s increasingly crowded orbit.
Mafia boss behind notorious murders in Italy dies behind bars in Milan
"Nitto" Santapaola was believed to have masterminded the murder of one of Italy's most famous anti-mafia prosecutors in 1992.
People lay flowers at makeshift Khamenei memorial in Moscow
Residents gathered outside the Iranian Embassy in Moscow to lay flowers and pray at a makeshift memorial for Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Zelensky fears Trump's Iran war could hurt Ukraine
Ukraine fears what soaring oil prices and a shortage in air defences could mean for them.
Tehran vows to strike European countries if they join Iran war
In an official announcement in Tehran on Tuesday, the Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson said that any action by Europeans will be regarded as an “act of war” and met with a response targeting Europe's cities.
Greece, France and Germany send forces to Cyprus after Iran-made drone strikes
Both Greece and France have agreed to send frigates to Cyprus after a UK air base was targeted by Iranian-made drones on Monday. France will also send additional land-based, anti-drone and anti-missile systems to the country.
Could Olivia Dean be the one we need for the next James Bond theme song?
The British singer-songwriter is having one hell of a year, with a Grammy win and four awards at the recent BRIT Awards. These trophies follow the release of her stunning second album 'The Art Of Loving'. Could the new Bond theme song be next for Olivia Dean?
No, Netanyahu did not flee Israel for Berlin amid Iran war
Viral claims that the Israeli leader fled the country to hide in Germany, based on flight-tracking data, have sparked calls for a protest. They are, however, ultimately unfounded.
Germany warned of Iranian sleeper cells after Tehran's fatwa on West
Experts in Germany have warned that Iran-linked sleeper cells could strike in Europe after a fatwa was issued by Tehran over the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, as Berlin boosts vigilance and US probes possible terror attacks.
Eurozone inflation sees unexpected rise: Is the worst yet to come?
Eurozone inflation rose to 1.9% in February, above expectations, before Middle East tensions sent oil and gas prices sharply higher.
Israelis celebrate Purim in bomb shelter amid missile alerts
Hundreds gathered in an underground parking shelter in Tel Aviv to celebrate Purim, as public events were restricted and missile alerts continued.
From carbon-storing tigers to flood-blocking beavers: How wildlife secretly tackles climate change
Wild animals are secretly playing a “crucial role” in mitigating human-made climate change through their natural behaviour.
Middle East flight cancelled? Here are your passenger rights and travel insurance advice
Several international airlines cautiously resumed a small number of flights from the UAE on Monday and Tuesday.
Gas prices nearly double as Europe braces for Iran war energy shocks
Gas prices in Europe are rising as Middle East tensions disrupt global energy flows, fuelling fears of tighter LNG supplies. Analysts warn that if the conflict persists, higher wholesale costs could feed through to household bills and weigh on the wider economy.
European Parliament considers invitation to Reza Pahlavi amid calls for regime change in Iran
A provisional list of opposition figures to be invited to the EU Parliament includes the son of the last Shah, who is endorsed by some MEPs from the right-wing ECR group.
Images show damage at US Embassy in Riyadh after drone strike
Footage shows damage to the US Embassy compound in Riyadh a day after a drone strike caused a small fire and minor structural damage, according to Saudi authorities. The embassy said it would remain closed following the incident.
The market winners: Which stocks are 'boosted' by the Iran war so far?
As US and Israeli jets struck targets in Iran and Lebanon over the last few days and Iranian missiles hit Israel and Gulf states, the death toll has climbed into the hundreds. Yet on trading floors from New York to London, a handful of companies have notched sharp gains.
Why Europe's leaders have struggled to speak as one on Iran
European nations say they want to work better together but have differing priorities
World Hearing Day: Does Europe need a hearing health strategy?
On the eve of World Hearing Day (3 March), experts put forward a plan for a European Hearing Health Strategy to reduce the stigma associated with hearing loss, improve early detection and prevention, and address inequalities. Professor Paul Van de Heyning, a leading researcher
EMA approves 12 medicines including combined COVID-19 and influenza vaccine
At its February 2026 meeting, EMA’s human medicines committee (CHMP) recommended 12 medicines for approval, covering vaccines, innovative treatments and biosimilars, and issued two negative opinions. A major highlight was mCombriax, the first combined mRNA vaccine to protect
Trump could accept leadership from reformed Iran regime, former CIA chief Petraeus says
The former CIA chief David Petraeus told Euronews it is possible a more moderate figurehead could emerge who “wants to sail straight”, but that this would be “a dramatic departure” from the current situation.
AI screen nightmares: What is the controversial ‘Tillyverse’ and how nervous should we be?
Welcome to the “Tillyverse” — the digital world of controversial AI "actress" Tilly Norwood. Its creator says it will allow AI characters to collaborate and build artificial acting careers. How nervous (and depressed) should we be?