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Europe News
EU slams door on China with ‘Made in Europe’ push
EU Commissioner Stéphane Séjourné on Wednesday presented a strategy shutting Beijing out of EU public funding by introducing a European preference in strategic sectors. Countries which limit access to their own markets through local content rules would also be cut off.
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Europe News
What are Europe's oil route alternatives to the Strait of Hormuz?
Many European countries like Italy, Greece, Spain, Poland and Belgium rely on the Strait of Hormuz for imports or refining. Experts say the closure of this corridor will not cut off Europe’s oil supply, but will continue to drive up oil prices and disrupt markets.
Business
Passage denied: Oil and gas swing wildly as Hormuz crisis drags on
Oil prices are climbing, albeit at a slower pace, as the US and Israel's war with Iran enters its fifth day, with little to ease concerns over the safety of the Strait of Hormuz — a vital artery for the global energy supply.
Culture news
Battle for Barron Trump: What is ‘DraftBarron’ and why is it trending?
A satirical website calling for Donald Trump’s youngest son, Barron Trump, 19, to be drafted into the US military has been created, as the US and Israel launched strikes on Iran. The hashtag #SendBarron has been trending on social media.
World News
'No to war': Sánchez reaffirms Spain's stance on Trump's Iran campaign
The Spanish prime minister has hit back at Donald Trump's announcement that he will block trade with Spain due to Madrid's reluctance to take part in the US offensive against Iran and allow the US use of the Rota and Morón bases.
United Arab Emirates
UAE brigadier shows Euronews intercepted Iranian missiles
UAE Defence Ministry spokesman Brigadier Abdul Nasser Al Humaidi tells Euronews air defences destroyed hundreds of Iranian missiles and drones in recent days, while showing debris of intercepted weapons during a government briefing in Abu Dhabi.
Markets
South Korean stocks suffer worst day on record amid Iran war shocks
Asian markets suffered heavy losses on Wednesday, with South Korea’s main index (Kospi) plunging more than 12%, recording its worst single-day decline in history as the widening conflict in Iran continues to disrupt global markets.
Europe Today
Middle East war shows 'Europe must reinforce its autonomy': Calviño
European Investment Bank chief Calviño tells Euronews a world in disarray means Europe 'must enforce its strategic autonomy' faster. Europeans worry new energy shock stemming from the war in Iran could rattle industry again.
Culture news
Berlinale crisis: Festival bosses rally to defend Berlinale director
“Supporting freedom of expression has never been more important.”
Film festival bosses from Cannes, Locarno, London, San Sebastian, Tokyo and Toronto have signed a letter to support Berlinale boss Tricia Tuttle, amid fears that she may be fired over filmmakers expressing their support for Palestine.
United Arab Emirates
Video shows fire near US consulate in Dubai after drone attack
Smoke and flames were seen near the US consulate in Dubai on March 3 after a drone attack in the area. Local authorities said the fire was brought under control. Police set up a security perimeter as residents reported hearing a loud explosion.
