20 March 2026 | Euronews
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Slovenia Slovenia decides not to join ICJ case against Israel as political scandals deepen Slovenia's Foreign Minister Tanja Fajon said she regretted the government's move not to join South Africa's genocide case against Israel at the ICJ, claiming that external "pressure" had contributed to the decision. -
Sport Tbilisi Welcomes the World Judo Tour in Spectacular Fashion The World Judo Tour returns to Tbilisi with an exciting opening day. Tugce Beder dominates at -48kg, Izhak Ashpiz claims his first Grand Slam gold, and Blandine Pont shines. Nurkanat Serikbayev snatches victory late, while Timna Nelson Levy secures gold. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | March 20th, 2026 – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this March 20th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Culture news Muslims in Europe celebrate Eid al-Fitr amid global conflicts From Moscow to Sarajevo and Pristina, Muslims have been celebrating Eid al-Fitr to mark the end of Ramadan with prayers and community spirit, while reflecting on the impact of conflicts around the world. -
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Belgium Hungary threatens further anti-Ukraine measures despite European leaders' rebuke Speaking to media in Brussels a day after he blocked the €90 billion loan to Ukraine, Orbán said he and his government have “a lot of cards in our hands.” -
Iran Iran issues global threat as Israel's regime kill list grows with help from the inside Israel eliminated three top Iranian commanders on Friday as it continues its relentless strikes on Tehran's repression forces, with help from ordinary Iranians who are rising up against the regime. -
France French navy boards tanker in Mediterranean suspected of being part of Russia's shadow fleet The interception took place in the Western Mediterranean and was carried out in cooperation with allies, including the United Kingdom, which monitored the ship. -
Climate ‘Pushing extremes to new levels’: Record US heat dome made possible by climate change ‘Insurers walking away’ is the clearest sign unpredictable weather extremes are spiralling out of control, one expert says. -
Culture Series Novruz brings together tradition and shared celebration Novruz celebrations bring families together through seasonal rituals, traditional food and shared customs, marking renewal and the arrival of spring. -
Culture news Delta minus Force: Action movie star Chuck Norris dies aged 86 The American action movie star has died according to his family after being hospitalised on Thursday. He celebrated his 86th birthday last week. -
Economy Spain unveils €5 billion energy package with tax cuts to offset Iran war costs The Spanish government has approved a package of 80 measures to tackle rising energy prices and mitigate the broader economic impact of the war in the Middle East. -
Made in Europe Curro Rodríguez: from bankruptcy to global water empire After facing financial ruin, Francisco “Curro” Rodríguez has built one of the world leaders in carton-packaged water: Ly Company. A success story inextricably linked to the personal history of a man who has turned his failures into a driving force. -
Focus Kazakhstan votes for a new Constitution, marking a turning point in its political future Kazakhstan has adopted a new constitution following a nationwide referendum backed by a strong majority, marking a pivotal moment in the country’s political evolution. -
France Strava fitness app reportedly reveals location of France aircraft carrier at sea A French navy member was reportedly shown jogging in circles on a ship in the middle of the sea northwest of Cyprus, according to his public profile on the Strava fitness tracking app. -
Europe News Macron pushes for tougher EU digital rule enforcement ahead of key elections In a letter sent to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, French President Emmanuel Macron called for tighter rules on social media platforms to curb foreign interference, as France faces ongoing attempts to influence its municipal election campaign. -
No Comment Nowruz in Tehran: Crowded markets dispte ongoing airstrikes Iran’s capital Tehran showed signs of cautious activity on 19 March 2026 as residents prepared for Nowruz, despite ongoing US-Israeli strikes that have disrupted daily life since 28 February. -
Space NASA Artemis II rocket heads to pad for second launch attempt this year The Artemis II crew should have blasted off on a lunar flyaround earlier this year, but fuel leaks and other problems with the Space Launch System rocket interfered. -
No Comment Nowruz in London: Iranian diaspora marks spring amid grief over war in Iran Members of the Iranian diaspora in north London gathered on 20 March to mark Nowruz, the Persian New Year, despite concern over the ongoing war in Iran. -
Earth News Trump's disdain for renewables will make US 'biggest short-term loser' of Iran war, warns expert Trump once called renewable energy a ‘scam’. Will the war on Iran make him change his mind? -
Culture news BTS are back: Fans flood Seoul as new album drops ahead of mega comeback concert The Bangtan Boys are back! Their highly anticipated fifth album 'Arirang' has dropped, and a massive open-air comeback concert is set to delight fans in Seoul this weekend. -
Germany Two of world's largest bot networks behind major attacks shut down in operation with Germany German, US and Canadian cybercrime specialists shut down two of the world's largest botnets, Aisuru and Kimwolf, suspected of being behind major online attacks. -
Travel News These are the UK’s most popular tourist attractions, from the Natural History Museum to Stonehenge How many of these museums, galleries and monuments have you been to? -
Cinema Indian film board blocks release of Oscar-nominated Gaza drama 'The Voice of Hind Rajab' The release of Kaouther Ben Hania's Venice-winning and Oscar-nominated docu-drama 'The Voice of HInd Rajab' has been blocked by the country's ratings body. Beyond censorship, this decision reveals a shift in Israel-India relations under prime minister Narendra Modi. -
Tech News Dancing robot performance goes awry, sending plates and chopsticks flying in hot pot restaurant A video circulating on the Chinese social media platform Rednote showed the robot smashing plates and flinging dishware and chopsticks during what appeared to be a performance gone awry. -
Tech News Meta U-turns on Horizon Worlds VR shutdown after user backlash Meta has reversed its decision to pull the plug on Horizon Worlds in VR after backlash, keeping it alive as it shifts focus toward mobile growth and a wider user base. -
Economy IEA urges swift cuts in oil demand, encourages remote work, less air travel As the war in the oil-rich Middle East keeps escalating, the International Energy Agency is calling on governments to take measures to reduce oil demand by pushing remote working, reducing speed limits and encouraging a shift towards public transport. -
Residences New luxury farm resort from the founder of Aman set to open in Japan next month Azuma Farm Koiwai, which has just 24 guest rooms, was created in collaboration with Adrian Zecha’s Azumi brand and East Japan Railway Company (JR East). -
Cuba Cuba readies for first Russian oil shipment of the year as energy crisis deepens Analysts say the shipment could produce about 180,000 barrels of diesel, enough to meet Cuba's daily needs for up to 10 days. -
Health news Mental health misinformation widespread on social media, study finds Social media is full of mental health misinformation, posing risks to young people who increasingly turn to these platforms for diagnosis. -
Cinema Euronews Culture's Film of the Week: 'Project Hail Mary’ - Close Encounters of the Goofy Kind Adapted from the best-selling book by Andy Weir ("The Martian"), 'Project Hail Mary' is a heart-warming blockbuster with old-school charm to spare. However, the comedic tone occasionally threatens to undercut some of the film's emotional heft... -
Tech News Europe seeks to turn talent and AI into a competitive advantage over US and China Europe faces a decisive moment for its technological competitiveness: boosting artificial intelligence, developing hybrid talent and improving funding will be key to competing with the US and China. -
Earth News ‘Cushion the shock’: IEA releases 10 quick fuel-saving tips – many countries are already doing them "Today’s report provides immediate and concrete measures... to shelter consumers from the impacts of this crisis," says IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | March 20th, 2026 – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this March 20th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
World News 'Perfect storm of multiple factors' behind 2025 Iberia power blackout, experts say The findings confirm the conclusions of a preliminary report which the experts issued in October. -
Culture news Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer shatters record with 718.6 million views in 24 hours “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” has become the most-watched trailer of all time, pulling in a record 718.6 million views in just 24 hours. It smashed the previous film record held by “Deadpool & Wolverine” and even surpassed “GTA VI” to become the biggest trailer ever. -
Tech News Amazon acquires Swiss robotics startup to test its machines for ‘doorstep delivery’ Amazon said Rivr’s technology will allow it to help delivery associates "carry packages from delivery vehicles to customer doorsteps”. -
The Cube Fact check: Are Pokémon GO players unwittingly helping to train AI? The hit mobile game Pokémon GO has come under scrutiny following claims that images captured within the app may have been used to train AI systems developed by its creator, without players' consent. However, these images were not collected entirely without users’ awareness. -
Business Unilever considers selling food unit after receiving McCormick offer The move would represent a major shift for the consumer goods giant, which is increasingly focusing on personal care and beauty products under its new chief executive. -
Travel News This Dutch train startup has launched with €19 tickets from Amsterdam to Berlin The service plans to expand to France in late 2026. -
Culture news Critics slam approval of Donald Trump 24-karat gold coin Donald Trump’s handpicked Commission of Fine Arts voted to approve a commemorative coin for the United States’ 250th birthday featuring the president’s likeness. And critics aren't happy. -
North Korea Teenage daughter of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un drives tank at military drill Kim's daughter has been frequently seen accompanying her father at high-profile military events in recent months, increasing speculation that the young girl may be groomed to be his heir. -
Earth News ‘Europe learned the wrong lesson’ by doubling down on fossil fuels while India and China went green Countries that invested in renewable energy in 2022 are better able to withstand the current fuel crisis, experts say. -
Brussels, My Love? Podcast: Is Europe's biggest political party shifting too far to the right? The European People's Party (EPP) celebrated its 50th anniversary this week amid reports that party boss Manfred Weber has been flirting with the far right, despite a firewall meant to prevent this. -
Lebanon Watch: Missile lands near Russian TV crew during live report in Lebanon A missile struck metres from a Russian state TV crew during a live report in southern Lebanon, footage shows. The reporter and cameraman were injured but conscious, while Israel says it had issued warnings and does not target journalists. -
How UK–Europe Trade Is Driving the Next Generation of Manufacturing From electric vehicle batteries to aircraft wings, many of the products shaping Europe’s future are not made in one country alone. They are built across borders – with parts, expertise and technology moving between states – including between mainland Europe and the UK - at every stage. -
World French hotel group Accor launches probe into allegations of child trafficking in Ukraine In a report by the American hedge fund Grizzly Research, establishments belonging to Accor are accused of harbouring Ukrainian children for adoption in Russia. -
No Comment Colombia: Torrential rain triggers severe flooding in Facatativá, over 1,000 affected Torrential rain that began on 18 March triggered severe flooding in Facatativá, a town 40 km west of Bogotá, affecting more than 1,000 families, according to local authorities. -
No Comment Tear gas and tension in Jerusalem as Eid prayers held outside al Aqsa For the first time in decades, Al Aqsa is closed during Eid al Fitr, forcing Jerusalem worshippers to pray outside amid security tensions and tear gas. -
No Comment Watch: Trump’s Pearl Harbor joke tests US-Japan alliance amid Iran tensions Donald Trump joked about Pearl Harbor while urging Sanae Takaichi to expand Japan’s role in securing the Strait of Hormuz, drawing a muted response. -
Europe Today Newsletter: Leaders outraged as defiant Orbán holds veto on Ukraine loan Also in this newsletter: Trump's former national security advisor John Bolton tells Euronews the war in Iran is "Europe's war", and exclusive lines from interviews with the Bulgarian PM, Ukrainian Finance Minister and Israeli Ambassador to the UN in Geneva. -
Europe Today Watch: Open revolt against ETS - what the EU should do now? Spring is coming to Brussels, but all your reporter hears when he goes outside are three letters: ETS. That is because ten EU countries are in open revolt against the bloc's flagship climate policy. But hold on: what actually is the ETS, and why is there such a massive backlash against it? -
Iran Trump calls NATO allies 'cowards' over refusal to join Strait of Hormuz security force The death toll has risen to more than 1,300 people in Iran, more than 1,000 people in Lebanon, 15 in Israel and 13 US military members in the region. Millions of people in Lebanon and Iran have been displaced. -
Europe in Motion After a year of Trump's cuts to foreign aid, has humanitarian funding suffered? The US slashed humanitarian aid in 2025, with many EU countries following suit to redirect funds domestically and to crises closer to home, such as in Ukraine. -
Destinations Peaky Blinders fan? Here are all the places you should be visiting in the UK With Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man hitting Netflix on 20 March, we thought it was time to dive into the world of Tommy Shelby. -
Europe Today Europe Today: Orbán claims victory at tense EU summit focused on Ukraine and Iran 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. -
Business Five European nations and Japan ready to 'contribute' to securing Hormuz The conflict around the Strait of Hormuz is starting to draw in global powers, as disruptions to shipping and energy flows raise concerns about wider economic fallout. -
Culture news Food for thought: The Mafia sits at the table, but who is paying the bill? The well-known Italian restaurant, founded by an Aragonese family, has been controversially ordered by a court to change its name, but can a commercial claim clash with memory or common sense? -
Europe News 'It was the decision of one oligarch': Bulgarian PM Gyurov walks back Board of Peace participation Bulgarian PM says Board of Peace participation was not cleared by parliament and joining was the result of political maneuvering by "one oligarch". -
Nature Penguins are ingesting worrying amounts of white plastic. Could switching colours protect them? Researchers set out to discover why seabirds appear to be attracted to white plastic over other colours. -
Tech News Light and shade: What 81,000 people want and don't want from AI, major Anthropic study reveals Anthropic asked 80,000 people what they think about AI. The answer is: It's complicated. -
Travel News Middle East crisis may divert millions of tourists to Europe The blow to tourism in the Middle East and Gulf opens up both an opportunity and a risk for Europe. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | March 20th, 2026 – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this March 20th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Economy The Iran oil shock: Who pays the most fuel tax in Europe? Fuel prices across Europe are soaring, with taxes making up more than half of the cost at the pump in many countries. Euronews Business examines how differences in taxes mean motorists in some countries now pay far more at the pump than others. -
Health news Sleep tracking apps can heighten anxiety in people with insomnia, study warns Sleep tracking devices can worsen anxiety in people with insomnia by increasing their focus on sleep quality, according to a new study. -
Germany Europe's fertilizer crisis: prices surge due to Iran war and dependence on Russia The fertilizer market is facing a double crisis: the Iran war is driving up prices, the Strait of Hormuz is blocked - and at the same time it is becoming clear how dependent Europe still is on Russian supplies. -
World News Israel and Iran exchange strikes on Persian New Year as war jolts energy markets Activists reported hearing strikes around Iran’s capital, Tehran, just as blasts were heard in East Jerusalem with sirens and booms sounding across the city. -
Europe News 'Nobody can blackmail us': Leaders excoriate Orbán's veto as he tests EU limits The Hungarian leader ups the rhetoric ahead of an April election, pushing the limits of EU rules close to breaking point. António Costa sees his authority challenged in the biggest test yet as European Council president.