2026-03-21

Israel

40 injured after Iranian missile hits Israeli town near nuclear site

Iran says that the attack was in retaliation for the strike carried out on its nuclear Natanz facility earlier on Saturday. However, Israel denies responsibility for the attack.

21/03/2026

Sport

Thrilling Finishes Light Up Day 2 in Tbilisi

An electric Day 2 in Tbilisi saw Haruka Kaju take gold in -63kg, Leonardo Valeriani claim his first Grand Slam title, and Madina Taimazova return to the top. Vedat Albayrak sealed victory in the final seconds, while the Georgian crowd celebrated Giorgi Loladze’s bronze.

21/03/2026

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | March 21st, 2026 – Evening

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this March 21st, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

21/03/2026

Iran

All Iranian officials and commanders killed in the past nine months

From Basij commanders to the Supreme Leader, some of the Islamic Republic’s most important figures were killed in two waves of attacks by Israel and the United States against Iran in the past nine months.

21/03/2026

Culture news

K-pop BTS return: mega comeback draws huge crowds in Seoul

Numerous roads closed, hundreds of thousands of fans on site and millions watching on Netflix: the K-pop band’s comeback is a mega event.

21/03/2026

Europe News

Russian attack on a home leaves couple dead and children injured

A home in the southerneastern city of Zaporizhzhia was struck in an overnight Russian attack, killing a couple and leaving their two children injured.

21/03/2026

World News

Iran attack on the Diego Garcia base: its location and strategic role

Iranian forces have attempted a missile strike on the UK-US base of Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean, previously thought to lie beyond the range of Iran's missiles.

21/03/2026

Culture news

World Poetry Day: Where to begin writing your own words of wisdom

Euronews Culture's poet-in-residence Aurora Vélez has advice on how you can start writing about life, love and everything in-between and World Poetry Day is the perfect place to start.

21/03/2026

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | March 21st, 2026 – Midday

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this March 21st, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

21/03/2026

Egypt

Egypt deepens diplomacy amid Iran war tensions

Egypt’s recent outreach comes as countries across the region try to contain the fallout from the war, with Gulf states under attack and leaders trying to avoid a wider conflict.

21/03/2026

Libya

Russian tanker drifts into Libyan waters amid environmental warnings

The Russian sanctioned tanker was damaged by explosions and has been drifting unmanned in the Mediterranean for several weeks. Several EU leaders warned the vessel, carrying hazardous cargo, could pose a serious environmental risk.

21/03/2026

Iran

Iran says Natanz nuclear site was hit in US-Israeli attack

US President Donald Trump said he was considering “winding down” military operations in the Middle East, even as the United States deploys more troops and warships to the region.

21/03/2026

Culture news

New Imam al-Bukhari complex opens with expanded visitor capacity

The site includes a mosque, museum and structured visitor services designed to manage high daily attendance. Accommodation and transport infrastructure have also been developed to support access.

21/03/2026

Earth News

Big Oil accused of ‘climate gaslighting’ after over 1,800 ads analysed

A new analysis warns that some of the world’s biggest fossil fuel companies have entered a ‘gaslighting’ phase to bolster their profits.

21/03/2026

Health news

Wine vs beer vs spirits: Which is the least bad for your health?

A study of 340,000 adults suggests not all alcohol carries the same risk - even at low to moderate levels, beer, cider and spirits were linked to higher mortality, while wine was associated with a lower risk.

21/03/2026

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | March 21st, 2026 – Morning

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this March 21st, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

21/03/2026

Economy

Is Europe going to be forced to return to nuclear energy?

With the EU still importing over 50% of its energy and facing persistently high electricity bills, the debate over a nuclear revival to ensure independence and affordability has been reignited.

21/03/2026

Destinations

Why 2027’s ‘eclipse of the century’ is worth travelling for

The path of totality will pass through major cities including Málaga, Tangier, Jeddah and Luxor in August next year.

21/03/2026