Hormuz becomes world's most expensive waterway after 300% surge in risk premiums
Missile threats, soaring insurance premiums and suspended voyages are reshaping the trade that once went through Hormuz — and consumers will feel it within weeks.
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How Europe’s cities can balance tourism growth with housing needs
Europe’s cities face rising housing costs and record tourism. Policymakers and urban leaders debate how better data and policy coordination can keep cities liveable.
Drone incident sparks fire near Dubai International Airport
The incident comes as Iran continues attacks in the Gulf region, raising concerns about security and the safety of key infrastructure.
Oil prices rise as Trump presses allies to secure the Strait of Hormuz
Oil prices continue to rise as the Iran war enters its third week, with President Trump pushing allies to help secure the Strait of Hormuz as investors react to threats facing Middle Eastern export facilities.
Far-left and far-right gains throw French mainstream parties into a quandary
Awkward choices emerge for mainstream parties after the first round of mayoral elections.
Kallas eyes EU naval mission shift to protect Strait of Hormuz as Trump calls for maritime coalition
The EU's 27 foreign ministers meet in Brussels to discuss ways to secure the Strait of Hormuz, as US President Donald Trump urged allies to help open the waterway or face a “very bad” future within NATO.
Entrenched positions likely to mark second critical medicines trilogue
While shortages have been reduced, supply-chain risks from global conflict may reinforce those calling for greater EU autonomy when it comes to medicine supply. The MEPs and Council will lock horns for the second trilogue on the Critical Medicines Act. While the Cypriot
Macron presses Iranian president to stop 'unacceptable' attacks
The French president urged Iran to halt regional attacks, restore navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and let detained French citizens Kohler and Paris return home.
Mr Nobody Against Putin: How this Oscar-winning documentary exposed Russia’s youth propaganda
'Mr Nobody Against Putin' has won Best Documentary Feature at this year’s Academy Awards. It follows Russian teacher Pavel Talankin, who secretly filmed pro-war messaging and patriotic lessons aimed at students after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Key Oscars moments as snubbed Chalamet becomes butt of jokes
Here's what happened inside the winners room and other insights from the biggest night in Hollywood.
Spain temporarily relocates special forces from Iraq over security fears
Spain temporarily relocated its special forces from Iraq — deployed to combat the IS extremist group — due to deteriorating security, but defence officials say all personnel remain safe.
Fears over French art loans to the Louvre Abu Dhabi as war rages in the Middle East
The museum, which opened in the United Arab Emirates in 2017, has so far escaped damage from nearly 1,800 Iranian drone and missile strikes since the conflict began last month.
Six EU-funded films nominated for 15 awards at the Oscars
Six of the films competing for the gold-plated statuettes in the 98th Academy Awards have been supported by the EU's Creative Europe MEDIA programme. ‘Sentimental Value' by Joachim Trier is nominated in nine categories: Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actress, Best Supporting
Europe Today: EU foreign ministers gather in Brussels as Iran war enters third week
Tune in to Euronews' new flagship morning programme at 8 am Brussels time. In just 20 minutes, we bring you up to speed on the biggest news of the day.
EU agri-food exports reach new high of €238.4 billion in 2025, latest Commission report shows
The latest EU agri-food trade report, published today by the European Commission, shows that EU agri-food exports reached a new record in 2025, despite global economic challenges. EU agri-food exports totalled €238.4 billion in 2025, a 1% increase compared to 2024 (+ €2.3
Can Europe’s power grid shield it from the next energy shock?
The conflict in Iran is causing major problems in the Middle East, a key oil and gas region. Take our poll!
Major cities see close first round results in French local elections
In major cities like Paris, Marseille and Lyon, candidates are set to begin negotiations ahead of a run-off vote following a first round marked by a relatively high abstention rate and some unexpected results.
US rallies allies to secure Strait of Hormuz as Tehran's attacks persist
US President Donald Trump said he was assembling a global coalition to help control the Strait of Hormuz and escort stranded vessels to reel in oil costs, as Brent crude continues to trade at over $105 a barrel as of Monday.
Newsletter: EU ministers to mull bolstering naval mission under US pressure
Also in this newsletter: Belgian Prime Ministers calls on Europe to cut deal with Russia on war in Ukraine, and EU diplomats expect tensions over the closed Druzhba pipeline to play out until after April's Hungarian elections.
Commission greenlights Germany's third payment request for €4.6 billion under NextGenerationEU
The Commission has positively assessed Germany's third payment request for €4.6 billion in grants under the Recovery and Resilience Facility, the centrepiece of NextGenerationEU. This is an important step in the delivery of the reforms and investments tied to this payment
Russia attempting to undermine Ukraine's defence capabilities
In 2013, Valery Gerasimov, the current chief of the General Staff of the Russian Armed Forces, published an article entitled "The Value of Science in Foresight". In it, he described modern conflicts as "non-linear", where non-military means - political, economic, informational
Iran war: Dubai airport flights ‘gradually resuming’ after temporary suspension
A ‘drone-related incident’ at Dubai International on Monday morning saw flights suspended and diversions to Al Maktoum International Airport.
How is Europe preparing for a new energy crisis? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot
Europe is still at the mercy of foreign fossil fuels. The US-Iran war has again underscored grid and renewables urgency. Without prompt actions, a new energy crisis may be behind the corner. Ask the Euronews AI chatbot how the EU can address its energy dependency.
ETIAS and the future of youth mobility between the UK and Europe
Like many frequent travellers between the UK and the EU, I not infrequently find myself in conversations about how the everyday relationship between the UK and the EU has changed since Brexit. The introduction of the European Travel Information and Authorization System — ETIAS
TikTok and Meta risked safety to win algorithm arms race, whistleblowers say
Companies allowed more harmful content on user’s feeds, knowing their algorithms ran on outrage, BBC hears.
Watch: Trump warns US ‘will remember’ countries that don’t help secure the Strait of Hormuz
Donald Trump said the US is in talks with other countries to help police the Strait of Hormuz and keep it open to shipping, warning that NATO allies should support the effort as Washington has backed them on Ukraine.
‘No ordinary clean-up operation’: EU deploys drones and robots to remove litter from the sea floor
The EU-funded initiative is helping tidy up the litter-filled sea floor, and could even be used to detect hidden mines.
No more waiting: Businesses push for clarity from EU institutions as packaging law applies soon
Time is almost up for the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation to take effect on 12 August 2026.
Travelling with young kids? These are Europe’s easiest city breaks for families
Denmark’s capital Copenhagen was the highest ranked city in a new ‘family breaks index’ with Berlin, Barcelona, Florence and Amsterdam rounding up the top five.
Latest news bulletin | March 16th, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this March 16th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Greece enters the astronaut era as scientist joins ESA training programme
Dr Adrianos Golemis was selected for ESA's astronaut training programme, after a highly competitive process with over 22,000 applicants. His participation paves the way for a possible Greek presence in a future space mission
From IUDs to pills: Where in the EU is it easiest to access contraceptives?
Despite access to effective and affordable contraception remaining unequal across Europe, experts believe there is overall improvement on the continent.
From diagnosis to data: How AI is reshaping healthcare and raising ethical questions
Can artificial intelligence reshape healthcare without deepening inequalities or outpacing the rules designed to govern it? Experts will debate the boundaries of Europe’s digital health future at Euronews Health Summit on 17 March in Brussels.
Commission’s health plan takes aim at sugary drinks and alcohol - and its own competitiveness agenda
A leaked draft of the European Commission’s new cardiovascular health plan sets out broad ambitions for preventing heart disease, including a proposal for an EU-wide tax on sugary drinks such as sodas. According to the draft, seen by EU Reporter, the Commission argues that
Watch: Germany demolishes sections of major highway bridge in controlled blast
Sections of the A7 motorway bridge over the Thalaubach valley near Fulda were demolished in a controlled blast as part of a major replacement project. The 1968 viaduct is being rebuilt to handle modern traffic, with the new structure expected to be completed in stages by 2027.
Markets may be underestimating how the Iran war could hit the global economy
Beyond the battlefield, the Iran war is exposing fragile economic chokepoints from energy routes to fertilisers and industrial gases, raising concerns among economists that supply disruptions could shape global prices and trade long after the conflict ends.
Fossil fuels ‘ripping away national security’ but renewables ‘turn the tables’, says UN executive
‘Sunlight doesn’t depend on vulnerable shipping straits,’ says UNFCCC’s Simon Stiell.
From Michael B. Jordan to Renate Reinsve: The 14 best dressed celebs at the 2026 Oscars
The 98th Oscars have wrapped, but the fashion on the red carpet still has us talking. While One Battle After Another dominated the awards, who were the winners in the style stakes?
Trump says he demanded 'about seven countries' to join coalition to police Iran's Strait of Hormuz
Trump says attacks on Iran could last several more weeks despite soaring energy costs. The US president says he is assembling a coalition to help police the Strait of Hormuz and escort stranded oil vessels out to address international energy supply crises caused by the war.
Oscars 2026: ‘One Battle After Another’ triumphs - Full results & viral moments
It was One Oscar After Another for Paul Thomas Anderson’s 'One Battle After Another', which emerged victorious with 6 wins – while 'Sinners', the most Oscar-nominated film in Academy history, won 4. Here's everything you need to know about this year’s award ceremony.
Ukraine's urgent fight on the financial frontline
The war-torn country is battling to secure crucial funding from the IMF and EU, as well as putting up taxes.
Sinner matches Federer & Djokovic with Indian Wells win
Jannik Sinner said it "means a lot to me" after he becomes the youngest man to complete the set of hard-court trophies with victory over Daniil Medvedev in the Indian Wells final.
Razzie Awards 2026: Anti-Oscars name ‘War Of The Worlds’ as Worst Picture
Worst Picture was just one of five awards that 'War Of The Worlds' took home, making it something of a clean sweep for the Ice Cube-starring adaptation / devastation of H.G. Wells’ classic novel.
EU Parliament firewall breached? EPP reportedly worked closely with AfD
Investigations suggest the EPP group in the European Parliament cooperated more closely with right-wing parties, including the AfD, on tougher EU migration laws, with a chat group and a meeting of MEPs playing a key role.
EU weighs extending naval mission Aspides to Strait of Hormuz amid Iran crisis
EU foreign ministers meeting in Brussels on Monday are set to discuss extending the bloc's naval mission Aspides to the Strait of Hormuz, as the Iran war pushed global energy prices up. Over the weekend, US President Trump called on several countries to send ships to secure the
Sweden detains captain of Russian shadow fleet ship
The skipper of the Sea Owl One is suspected of producing forged documents when it was boarded by coast guard.
'Orbán betrayed Hungarian freedom': Magyar accuses PM of inviting Russian agents to rig the vote
Opposition leader Péter Magyar called Viktor Orbán a traitor at a Budapest rally, accusing him of enlisting Russian agents to interfere in Hungary's April elections, as polls show Tisza ahead of Fidesz.
Referendum in Kazakhstan
On the morning of 14 March 2026, just one day before Kazakhstan’s nationwide constitutional referendum, Deputy Foreign Minister Arman Issetov addressed international journalists during a briefing at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Astana. The press event formed part of a
Latest news bulletin | March 15th, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this March 15th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
'Our sons will not die for Ukraine,' Orbán tells supporters ahead of crucial April elections
Hungarian PM Viktor Orbán rallied supporters in Budapest, framing April's election as a choice between peace and war, while lashing out at Ukraine's Zelenskyy and the EU over the Druzhba pipeline dispute.