19 March 2026 | Euronews
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Qatar Qatar PM after Gulf energy attacks: 'This war must be stopped immediately' Qatar’s prime minister has called for an immediate end to the conflict after missile strikes hit energy facilities across the Gulf, including the country’s key Ras Laffan hub. Doha is demanding Iran halt the attacks, as gas prices surge and international pressure grows for de-escalation. -
No Comment Iranian TV shows man rescued from South Khorasan rubble Red Crescent teams rescue survivors in South Khorasan after reported US-Israeli strikes, as Iran counts rising civilian toll and mounting destruction. -
No Comment Belgium: EU leaders meet as Ukraine loan remains blocked EU leaders show unity but fail to approve €90bn loan for Kyiv as Hungary’s Viktor Orban vetoes over oil transit dispute with Ukraine. -
World News Ukraine may restart peace process as Iran war escalates and EU aid remains blocked Ukraine is preparing to resume peace talks with the US, even as Moscow gains from eased American sanctions and soaring energy prices, and Kyiv faces the potential loss of EU aid for the first time. -
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Europe News Ukraine finance minister laments 'bad news from Brussels' as Hungary keeps veto on loan Kyiv says it is doing 'the best we can' after Hungary threw a critical loan into disarray, maintaining a veto on the country over a damaged pipeline. -
Europe Today Europe must end diplomacy and push for change in Iran, says Israeli UN ambassador Israel has called for an end to European diplomacy in Iran, urging a firmer hand alongside the US to force regime change in Tehran as the conflict rages on. -
No Comment Watch: New €10 Amsterdam–Berlin train service by Govolta takes off A new low-cost rail service linking Amsterdam and Berlin was launched on 19 March as GoVolta’s first train departed from Amsterdam Centraal. -
Denmark Iranian opposition’s Lion and Sun flag hoisted at Iranian Embassy in Copenhagen According to reports published by outlets including Iran International and the Jerusalem Post, two Islamic Republic diplomats have recently stepped down from their posts and applied for asylum. -
The Ring Energy crisis hits Europe - Who pays the price? MEPs clash in The Ring In this new edition of The Ring, broadcast from the European Parliament in Brussels, MEPs Fabrice Leggeri (Patriots for Europe) and Jussi Saramo (The Left) debate Europe’s energy strategy as geopolitical tensions shake global markets. -
Europe Today ‘Iran war is Europe’s war’, says former Trump security advisor Trump’s former national security advisor has slammed European leaders’ inaction on the war in Iran as a “mistake” that invites the US president to halt support for Ukraine against Russia’s full-scale invasion. -
Lifestyle High-street haute couture: Zara signs John Galliano to 're-author' its archive collection The Spanish retailer has signed a two-year deal with the controversial British designer to 're-author' its archive collection and bring a touch of haute couture to the high street. -
Cinema Copy that: Val Kilmer set to star in new independent film as AI-generated character A year after the actor's death, a generative AI version of Val Kilmer will co-star in an independent film, in one of the boldest uses yet of artificial intelligence in moviemaking. The producers of 'As Deep as the Grave,' say Kilmer agreed before ill health prevented him from participating. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | March 19th, 2026 – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this March 19th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Europe News Special Report: A crunch EU summit torn between two wars and a looming energy crisis As European leaders gather in Brussels for a summit torn between two wars and a looming energy crisis, Euronews presents Special Report, hosted by Maria Tadeo and our team of correspondents. Live tonight at 7 pm Brussels time. -
Europe in Motion Russia pocketing billions from two weeks of war in Iran, data shows Moscow's fossil fuel earnings hit €7.7 billion in the two weeks after joint US-Israeli strikes triggered the war in Iran, as the ongoing conflict has sent global oil prices skyrocketing and led the US to ease Russian sanctions. -
Business Uber to roll out 50,000 Rivian robotaxis in Europe and North America Uber will buy thousands of autonomous Rivian robotaxis and invest up to $1.25 billion (€1.1bn), aiming to launch a fleet of 50,000 vehicles by 2030. -
Health news Tiny capsules could make radiotherapy safer and more effective, Portuguese scientists find This approach aims to reduce the side effects of radiotherapy on healthy tissues. The project relies on the use of lithium-6. -
Economy Iran war has 'material impact' on inflation, ECB's Lagarde warns ECB holds rates, warning Middle East tensions and oil risks could push inflation higher. Baseline sees 2.6% in 2026, but energy shocks could lift it to 3.5% or 4.4%, depending on how long supply disruptions persist. -
Europe News Slovenia corruption scandal deepens as Prime Minister Robert Golob urges EU probe The scandal has overshadowed the pre-election campaign, leaving the electorate divided and raising tensions across the political spectrum. -
Europe News Belarus releases 250 political prisoners after negotiations with US, envoy says There are more than 1,100 political prisoners in Belarusian jails, many arrested after a disputed 2020 election that triggered widespread protests. -
Travel News Major Gulf airlines change loyalty requirements as Iran war impacts flights Etihad and Qatar Airways have modified their loyalty programme requirements reflecting the reduction in air travel. -
Business Strikes on Gulf energy hubs threaten global LNG supply for months Strikes on key Gulf energy sites are becoming more frequent and more damaging, beginning to unsettle supply and expose vulnerabilities across the region. -
Markets Global stock markets slide as oil market volatility rattles investors Increased targeting of oil and gas infrastructure in the Iran war is hitting trader sentiment hard as concerns mount that the current energy crisis is going to have a lasting impact on the global economy. -
Iran Iran hangs three men, including 19-year-old wrestler, in first executions over January protests Rights groups said the trio, who included a teenager who had taken part in international wrestling competitions, were executed without a fair trial and had given confessions under torture. -
Earth News 'My cat is my family': Greece launches animal airlift to evacuate pets from Middle East Fourty-five pets and their owners were repatriated to Greece after weeks of being trapped in the Middle East. -
Economy ECB keeps rates steady as rising energy prices fuel inflation concerns amid Iran war The European Central Bank (ECB) kept its key policy rates on hold on Thursday, as fresh spikes in oil and gas prices threaten to derail recent progress in reducing inflation. -
Health news Air pollution linked to greater health risks in poorer European regions, study finds In Europe, the poorest regions suffer the most from the health effects of air pollution, according to a new study. -
Mobility "Brains on wheels": will.i.am unveils AI-powered autocycle designed for city commuters The vehicle, designed for city commuters, can chat with drivers, assist with tasks, and turn travel time into productivity. -
Culture news Inside the Centre for Islamic Civilization: A new hub for heritage and research The complex brings together manuscripts, research facilities and interactive exhibitions, offering public access to Islamic heritage through education, technology and international collaboration. -
Culture news The Dijon five: Ancient skeletons found sitting upright in French school playground French archaeologists have discovered five new Gallic 'seated' burials at an excavation site in Dijon town centre. While barely 75 skeletons in this position have been found anywhere in the world, the latest discovery brings to 20 the number found in the city famed for its mustard. -
Economy Bank of England holds rate at 3.75% amid Iran war inflation fears The Bank of England has held its main interest rate at 3.75% in the wake of rising oil and gas prices following the start of the Iran war. -
Greenland Denmark deployed troops to Greenland in January fearing US invasion, local media report Danish public broadcaster DR said it had seen a military operations order dated 13 January that described an operation organising the defence of Greenland. -
Travel News Revealed: The world’s best airports and airlines for 2026 The winners of both the Skytrax World Airport Awards and AirlineRatings.com’s World's Best Airline Awards have just been announced. -
Tech News New iPhone hack steals messages, emails, and location from ‘millions’ of phones in seconds So-called ‘DarkSword’ attacks break through Apple devices’ security defences to steal personal data in seconds. -
Earth News ‘Sheer fantasy’: Why drilling the North Sea for oil won’t lower Europe’s soaring energy bills Escalating conflict in the Middle East has emboldened calls for the UK to open up North Sea drilling licences. -
Tech News ‘Yassified graphics’ and uncanny faces: Gamers turn Nvidia’s DLSS 5 reveal into a meme storm Nvidia’s DLSS 5 reveal triggered a wave of memes and backlash, with gamers on social media calling its AI-enhanced visuals uncanny, over-processed and harmful to game art direction. -
Travel News ‘National disgrace’: UK airports hike drop-off fees while continental Europe keeps them free Earlier in the year, London Gatwick raised its 'kiss and fly' fee to become the most expensive in the UK and now Stansted has increased its drop-off charge. -
Europe Today Iceland wary of Brexit-like 'lies' ahead of EU referendum, says foreign minister Iceland's foreign minister says now is the time to revive talks to join the EU. Within today's context of instability in transatlantic relations as well as in global politics in general, Iceland must not be left "alone". -
Europe Today Watch: European Council meets today. What will be discussed - and why it will be war? Today, 27 EU leaders meet in Brussels for the European Council. The official agenda highlights competitiveness and migration, but war overshadows it all. Your reporter does not yet know exactly what they will say. But we can certainly guess what keeps them up at night. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | March 19th, 2026 – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this March 19th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
No Comment Hungary: Wellness day for endangered tortoises at Nyíregyháza Zoo Staff at Nyíregyháza Zoo carried out a wellness programme for resident tortoises on Wednesday 18 March, providing cleaning, grooming and veterinary checks. -
Tech News 'Free-riding on our work’: Dictionary sues OpenAI for using copyrighted materials to train ChatGPT Merriam-Webster claims OpenAI used approximately 100,000 articles, encyclopedia and dictionary entries to train ChatGPT without authorisation. -
Art My private passion: Yórgos Lánthimos exposes his personal photography collection The acclaimed film director presents for the first time in Greece a large exhibition of 182 photographs he has taken over the last five years. -
No Comment Colombia: Baby grey titi monkey gets cuddly ‘mum’ ahead of return to wild An orphaned grey titi monkey was released back into the wild after rehabilitation at a wildlife centre in Antioquia, authorities said on 18 March. -
The Cube Fact check: Is 'Polexit' really on the cards for Poland? Social media is abuzz with claims that Poles want to leave the EU and that Warsaw is on the cusp of launching the trigger to do so, off the back of a warning by Prime Minister Donald Tusk. -
Europe News MEPs clear path for full adoption of EU–US trade deal EU lawmakers moved closer to implementing the EU–US trade deal after a key committee vote, but tensions with Washington persist. -
Culture news Six little known facts about Cáceres, Spain's candidate for European Capital of Culture 2031 The Extremaduran city is competing to become European Capital of Culture 2031. While the candidates are being judged, Euronews Culture takes a look at six curiosities in the city to understand the history, legends and attraction of its historic centre. -
Destinations Old and new: How Egypt’s modern attractions are bringing its ancient past to life From the Grand Egyptian Museum to a new capital, the north African nation is showcasing its 'unmatched diversity' beyond pyramids and beach resorts. -
No Comment Iran: Mass funeral in Tehran for Larijani and other officials killed in strikes Thousands gathered at Enghelab Square in Tehran on 18 March for the funeral procession of national security chief Ali Larijani, Basij commander Gholamreza Soleimani and dozens of sailors killed in recent strikes. -
Estonia A 'people's republic' on NATO's edge: The Narva narrative testing Europe's defences A pro-Russian online campaign is casting the Estonian city of Narva as a "people's republic", spreading propaganda and at times calling for violence and sabotage. -
Economy Brent crude oil briefly crosses $119 after Iran hit largest Qatari energy site Brent crude oil traded briefly above $119 a barrel after Iran struck Qatar’s largest energy site, the Ras Laffan gas field. The attack was in response to Israeli strikes against the Iranian South Pars gas field. -
Mobility China unveils UFO-shaped eVTOL vehicle capable of urban takeoffs A UFO-shaped eVTOL aircraft, built for tight urban air mobility, has been completing tests flights in Wuhan, China. -
Europe in Motion War in Iran: Where in Europe have petrol prices spiked? Motorists across Europe are facing higher fuel prices as the war in Iran has rattled global energy markets, with governments looking at how best to react. -
EU.XL Commission failed to meet transparency rules in secret EU-US talks to ease LNG standards The European Commission wants to revise its methane emissions standards after pressure from the US gas industry. At least two key 2025 talks were held privately and not officially registered, raising questions about EU transparency requirements. -
Markets Markets on edge as ECB prepares to set interest rates amid energy price surge European markets have opened lower as investors await the European Central Bank’s rate decision, with a sharp rise in gas and oil prices fuelling fresh inflation concerns. -
Iran Trump says he is 'not putting troops' in Iran as war continues for almost three weeks His comments come after Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth told reporters that "we're very much on track" and that President Donald Trump would be the one to decide when to stop the war. -
No Comment Pakistan: Karachi thunderstorm kills at least 16 as powerful winds wreak havoc A thunderstorm with strong winds hit Karachi overnight on Wednesday, killing at least 16 people, according to local rescue services. -
No Comment Iran missile strike hits Tel Aviv area as deaths mount across region Iranian missile fire damaged a Tel Aviv residential block and hit multiple sites nearby, as soaring violence across the region has killed over 2,000 people. -
Europe Today Newsletter: Iran war and Druzhba dispute to dominate EU leaders’ summit Also in this newsletter: how the 50th anniversary celebration of the centre-right European People's Party (EPP) was overshadowed by allegations of coordinated collaboration with anti-EU forces; and Iceland's Foreign Minister speaks to Europe Today. -
Europe Today Europe Today: EU leaders meet in Brussels for a tense, crucial EU summit 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. -
Travel News There’s a new way to see the Eiffel Tower: A suspension bridge 60m above the ground The mesh bridge is found between the monument’s east and west pillars. -
Art Students today, masters tomorrow: Sony World Photography Awards celebrate young talent across Europe Photographs from young talent submitted to the Sony World Photography Awards navigate themes like femininity and individuality, the aftermath of environmental disasters, and friendship. -
Europe News EU summit: Leaders urge 'moratorium' on energy strikes in Middle East Thursday's summit of EU leaders was dominated by Hungary's veto on the €90 billion loan for Ukraine, the spiralling war in the Middle East and the high energy prices that continue to weigh down the economy. -
Earth News Horses 'whinny' to find new friends and celebrate. This unique sound has been a mystery – until now How horses make their unusual combination of both high and low pitched sounds has long eluded scientists. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | March 19th, 2026 – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this March 19th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Health news Weight-loss drugs may lower the risk of depression, anxiety, and self-harm, study finds GLP-1 weight-loss drugs with semaglutide were associated with a lower risk of depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, and self-harm, according to a new study. -
Travel News Croatia unveils its latest protected national park – here’s what travellers can do there This newest national park in Croatia offers access to stunning historic castles, oak forests, medieval towns and prehistoric caves, as well as extensive hiking and cycling trails. -
Business AI use at work in Europe: Which countries use generative AI tools most, and why? A third of people in the EU used generative AI tools overall in 2025, and fewer than half of them used them for work purposes, bringing the share to 15%. AI use at work varies widely across Europe, with clear regional patterns. -
Iran Trump threatens to 'entirely blow up' Iran's largest gas field if it attacks Qatar's LNG again Trump has vowed to “blow up the entirety” of Iran’s South Pars gas field if Tehran moves to attack Qatari gas fields again. The warning comes after Iran, in response to an Israeli attack on its gas field, struck Qatar’s largest Ras Laffan facility, sparking global outrage. -
Health news Which country is the happiest in the world as social media takes toll on Western Europe and Americas Six European countries made it into the top 10, but the findings come with a warning: young people’s happiness across the world is being hindered by social media.