Iran says it will 'facilitate and expedite' humanitarian aid through Strait of Hormuz
The announcement came just hours after Iranian state media said two nuclear facilities had come under attack in strikes claimed by Israel.
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Rubio slams Zelenskyy's Donbas comments and says US may divert Ukraine arms to Iran
Zelenskyy had said in an interview that the United States was pressing Ukraine to cede the eastern Donbas region to Russia before finalising any post-war security guarantees.
Pro-Iran group claims credit for hack of FBI Director Kash Patel's personal email account
Handala is a pro-Iranian, pro-Palestinian hacking group that earlier this month claimed credit for disrupting systems at Stryker, a Michigan-based medical technology company.
First golden snub‑nosed monkey born outside Asia makes debut at French zoo
A golden snub-nosed monkey has been born at France’s ZooParc de Beauval, in what the zoo says is a first outside Asia and a milestone for conservation.
G7 agrees to secure Strait of Hormuz but only after war in Iran ends
Foreign ministers of the Group of Seven made the mission to secure the Strait of Hormuz conditional on the cessation of hostilities in the Middle East.
Investors dump Orbán-linked stocks as poll shows opposition with 23-point lead
In a single day, the share price of two holding companies on the Budapest Stock Exchange with a thousand links to the Orbán regime, 4iG and Opus Global, fell 10-12%.
At least nine dead and 45 missing after migrant boat sinks off Djibouti, IOM says
The boat had left from the Djibouti port town of Obock with more than 300 people on board and was trying to cross the Bab el-Mandeb Strait when it went down on Tuesday.
Iran says nuclear facilities hit by strikes after Israel warns attacks 'will escalate'
Israel struck several nuclear sites in Iran on Friday, hitting uranium and heavy water facilities with no reported radiation leak, as both sides trade fresh threats amid reports of Washington-Tehran talks.
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EU Parliament unblocks key political hurdle in digital euro negotiations
After months of political gridlock in the European Parliament, EU lawmakers have overcome a key obstacle to the digital euro, bringing the proposal closer to approval.
Europe Needs a New Mindset and the Courage to Act
Why Europe’s competitiveness depends on governance reform — and on investing in people and leadership: a conversation with PMI’s President for Europe, Massimo Andolina.
EU calls for Black Sea grain model to unblock Strait of Hormuz, EU envoy tells Euronews
Brussels has urged a Black Sea-style grain deal to unblock the Strait of Hormuz, while backing GCC self-defence and deepening security ties amid the Iran war.
The Association Agreement with San Marino: Some awkward facts that cannot be ignored
In January I argued that because of a series of issues highlighted by the ‘Banca di San Marino (BSM) case’—a controversy that arose from the handling of a proposed takeover of a bank by the Sammarinese authorities needed to be closely examined before any further steps are
Austria moves to ban social media for children under 14, following global trend
Several European countries have already suggested social media bans for children.
SpaceX IPO: Musk plans to allocate up to 30% of shares for retail investors
Elon Musk is preparing to allocate as much as 30% of the shares in SpaceX’s forthcoming IPO to retail investors, according to Reuters. The alleged move represents a significant departure from usual Wall Street practice.
'The US must not divert weapons for Ukraine to Iran,' Finnish defence minister tells Euronews
The Finnish defence minister said his country will check that weapons paid for by Europe for the Ukrainian army will reach their intended destination. European allies are concerned about depleting US military resources due to the Iran war and after media reports that the US
Navruz: Tajikistan's Timeless Celebration of Culture and Life
Keeping a tradition alive for more than 3000 years is no small achievement. But spend five minutes witnessing the Navruz celebrations, and you start to understand why.
BYD profit slumps 19% after record year edging Tesla off the EV throne
The Chinese electric vehicle giant posted a sharp drop in annual profit in 2025, squeezed by a brutal domestic price war — even as it outsold Tesla by more than 600,000 battery electric vehicles for the year.
Nepal's youngest PM takes oath of office after Gen Z protests toppled previous government
Balendra Shah will lead a government tasked with navigating deep public frustration with Nepal's established parties, who were widely blamed by voters for corruption and chronic political instability.
EU ministers weigh oil price cap and windfall tax to rein in soaring energy costs
Ahead of a ministerial meeting in Brussels, the European Commission urged EU finance ministers to keep energy relief measures short-term while staying on track with decarbonisation goals.
Space creature or humble potato? What NASA astronaut Don Pettit’s latest photo actually shows
As technologies to grow food in space see increasing popularity, NASA astronaut Don Pettit sheds more light on his space farming hobby.
Meet Mulder and Scully’s replacements: New The X Files cast announced
'Sinners' filmmaker Ryan Coogler's anticipated relaunch of the paranormal hit show has received the official green light, and now has announced its two leading stars...
Austria becomes latest to propose social media ban for children
The proposed under-14 ban follows similar steps in other European countries, including France and Spain.
England superfan hoping to sell house to fund trip to FIFA World Cup matches
Fan groups accused FIFA of a "monumental betrayal" in December when tickets were put on general sale ranging from $140 for the cheapest group games to $8,680 for the final.
From Spain to Luxembourg: How is euthanasia regulated across Europe?
European countries vary widely in their approach to assisted dying, how is euthanasia regulated across Europe?
Army chief warns of major gaps in Switzerland's air defence
Benedikt Roos, the new chief of Switzerland's armed forces, said on Thursday he was not "optimistic" about his country's aerial defence capabilities, adding that significant investment is needed to boost security.
Spain's Catholic Church criticises Noelia Castillo's death by euthanasia, saying society failed
Castillo's case had been closely watched since 2024, when a medical and legal committee approved her application because she suffered from a serious and incurable condition, with severe and chronic suffering.
International visit reviewed sites for canoe and rowing competitions
International officials assess potential venues in Azerbaijan for canoe and rowing competitions, focusing on infrastructure, training and future events while supporting the development of paddle sports.
The Secrets of ‘Pata Negra’: acorn-fed 100% Iberian ham sets out to conquer the world
This is the fascinating story behind an icon of gourmet luxury. A symbol of Spanish and European culinary excellence, acorn-fed 100% Iberian ham brings the pasture to life, adds flavour to haute cuisine and is conquering new markets.
Portuguese government announces more fuel discounts and housing tax incentives
After this morning’s cabinet meeting, Portugal’s prime minister addressed the nation to unveil exceptional fuel subsidies linked to the war in the Middle East, and housing measures too. A VAT cut was ruled out.
Cyprus: Travel to the Middle East on the rise - there will be no repatriation operation
There has been an increasing trend of travel to the countries covered by the travel directive of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Cyprus.
UAE: Flood chaos in Sharjah as heavy rain paralyses traffic
Sharjah among hardest‑hit areas in latest rain spell, video shows waterlogged roads and slow‑moving vehicles
Iran releases strike images from US–Israeli attacks as war fears escalate
Iran published new images on Friday showing damage at two sites in Tehran and north west province, after overnight US–Israeli strikes intensified pressure on the country’s leadership and infrastructure.
Euronews Culture's Film of the Week: '1000 Women In Horror' - An insightful celebration
There are still a few days left in March, which celebrates not only Women’s History Month but also Women in Horror Month. Appropriately, a new documentary dives into the groundbreaking work of women in horror filmmaking.
Is there a free GIF background remover?
GIFs are everywhere today. People use them in chats, social media, Discord servers, and marketing content. But one common issue users face is the background in GIFs. A clean, transparent GIF looks much better than one with a distracting background. This is why many people
Thirteen arrested in joint Scotland and Spain gangland raids
Police Scotland and the Guardia Civil in Spain carried out simultaneous raids as part of a two-year probe into organised crime.
Spanish woman who died through euthanasia failed by state, say critics
Noelia Castillo died on Thursday evening in a Barcelona hospital, after a protracted legal battle with her own father.
ECHA announces support for qualified restrictions on PFAS ‘forever chemicals’
The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has taken a significant step toward stricter EU-wide controls on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), often referred to as ‘forever chemicals’. Two scientific committees are backing a broad restriction while allowing for targeted
‘Really special’: Watch as mother, sister and daughter whales unite in supporting newborn calf
“It's amazing: when faced with this impossible challenge, these animals come together to succeed,” says Project CETI's Shane Gero.
Ukraine and Saudi Arabia announce defence cooperation in Kyiv’s first deal in the Gulf
Ukraine and Saudi Arabia signed a defence cooperation document as Kyiv seeks new partnerships and Middle Eastern countries need Ukraine’s drone-countering expertise.
IRGC warning fuels fears of Iran war escalating further despite 'ongoing' talks
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards warned civilians in the Middle East on Friday to avoid US bases as Hormuz remains blocked, tensions with Washington soar and strikes across Iran continue.
Bring me the head of C-3PO: The Empire Strikes Back memorabilia sells for $1 million at auction
The C-3PO head led the auction, while other highlights included Robert Shaw’s harpoon gun from Jaws, a Wilson volleyball from Cast Away and fragments of a sword from The Lord of the Rings trilogy.
A new era of quantum computing may pose threats closer than we think, Google warns
Google says it is setting a timeline to migrate to post-quantum cryptography (PQC) by 2029, warning that action is needed before “a future quantum computer can break current encryption”.
EU approves customs reform to handle rising trade and global uncertainties
The new customs reform is designed to adapt the bloc to rising trade volumes amid US-related uncertainties and new trade deals with South America and Australia.
Ageing on display: Wellcome Collection in London explores life across time in art and culture
The Wellcome Collection exhibition in London explores ageing across life, using art, culture and scientific research to show how inequality shapes who gets to grow old well.
Russian court bans Oscar and BAFTA-winning documentary ‘Mr Nobody Against Putin’
‘Mr Nobody Against Putin’ is based on secretly recorded footage by school teacher Pavel Talankin, who exposes how the Putin administration aims to indoctrinate schoolchildren in the aftermath of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The film won the Oscar for Best Documentary earlier
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Spain's inflation jumps to 3.3% as Iran war drives energy costs higher
Spain's consumer prices have risen at their fastest rate since 2024, reaching 3.3% year-on-year in March, driven by surging energy costs linked to the ongoing Iran conflict, according to the Spanish national statistics agency.
A controversial first: Donald Trump's signature to appear on US dollar bills
Donald Trump’s Treasury Department plans to add his signature to all denominations of US dollar bills. The move is a first, as US paper currency does not feature a president’s signature.
US senators target Hungary with sanctions bill over Russian energy ties and Ukraine obstruction
Bipartisan US senators have introduced the Block Putin Act, which would impose visa bans on Hungarian officials accused of enabling Russian energy purchases and blocking EU aid to Ukraine.