Europe News Ten EU countries reinforce attack against ETS ahead of key EU summit Ahead of a key European summit on Thursday, 10 EU countries intensified attacks on the bloc's climate policy, warning that the current system is damaging industry. They're calling for a slower and more flexible approach to protect competitiveness while pursuing the green transition. 18/03/2026
Earth News Iran's exiled ‘water terrorist’ wins top global prize The Stockholm Water Prize, handed to Kaveh Madani, celebrates outstanding contributions to the sustainable use and protection of water resources. 18/03/2026
Georgia Georgian Orthodox Patriarch Ilia II died at 93 Ilia II was hospitalised on Tuesday morning in critical condition with "mass bleeding from the stomach," the director of the Caucasus Medical Centre said. 18/03/2026
Europe News ‘48 hours and €100’: EU presents sped-up business registration law The European Commission unveils new rules known as 'the 28th Regime' or 'EU Inc.' to make Europe more attractive for business and better able to compete globally with powers like China and the US. 18/03/2026
Moments Luxury boat hotel from Belmond to set sail in Burgundy this summer Guests on board Marguerite, A Belmond Boat can head for wine tastings, art tours and mustard-making classes. 18/03/2026
Earth News Verdict of EU farmer's climate case against TotalEnergies suspended The ruling, expected on 18 March, has been suspended pending a decision from the French courts on a similar case. 18/03/2026
Art Love, life and etchings: Renoir's passions explored at Musee d'Orsay The Musée d'Orsay is devoting two separate exhibitions to Pierre-Auguste Renoir to explore his early paintings and the importance of drawing in his work. Together, both collections revisit the career of the Impressionist artist. 18/03/2026
Europe News Europe’s far-right unites around Orbán The event dubbed "the first Patriotic Grand Assembly" will include speeches from far-right leaders Marine Pen and Matteo Salvini as well as Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš. According to media reports, US Vice President JD Vance is planning to visit Hungary soon. 18/03/2026
Moments Where are the top places for stargazing and starbathing in Europe? Ahead of International Dark Sky Week in April, here are some of the best locations in Europe to see the stars. 18/03/2026
Culture news Shakiraworld! Latin star reveals plans for her own stadium in Spain The Latin pop superstar singer will close her world tour in Spain with an unprecedented show of force by performing in her own purpose-built stadium. a return marked by controversy after her break-up with Piqué and her problems with the tax authorities. 18/03/2026
12 minutes with 'Fear Lebanon could be the next Gaza', UN Humanitarian Chief says The United Nations' Humanitarian Chief told Euronews it is becoming increasingly dangerous to provide aid in Lebanon. The Israeli operation in the country, which has expanded to include a ground offensive, has killed more than 900 people and displaced more than a million. 18/03/2026
Earth News How much would a fossil fuel windfall tax cut EU energy bills? Oil companies in the EU are raking in an additional €81.4 million in profits everyday from soaring fuel prices, as experts call for an urgent windfall tax. 18/03/2026
Europe in Motion How is Europe's food system coping with climate change and conflicts? While global food anchors lead the way, even the most resilient nations are looking vulnerable as the world races to feed a projected 10 billion people by 2050. 18/03/2026
Europe News Von der Leyen to visit Australia as trade deal nears finish line The European Commission is eyeing another deal in its push to diversify trade ties, with President Ursula von der Leyen set to visit Australia from March 23 to 25 to clinch a long-awaited agreement. 18/03/2026
No Comment Dublin St Patrick’s festival draws 500,000 as Irish roots take centre stage Thousands of revellers filled the streets of Dublin on 17 March for the annual St Patrick’s Day parade, the highlight of a four day festival celebrating Irish culture. 18/03/2026
Travel News SAS to cancel 1,000 flights in April after surge in jet fuel price In response to the SAS update, rival carrier Norwegian is ramping up capacity across the region. 18/03/2026
Slovenia Spy scandal overshadows Slovenian elections The Slovenian government has alleged that Israeli intelligence firm Black Cube met with opposition politicians in a “direct attack” on the country’s sovereignty ahead of a parliamentary election next Sunday. The opposition party has rejected the accusations. 18/03/2026
EU.XL Is the EU’s Grids Package the answer to energy independence? Energy prices are spiking after the Strait of Hormuz closure, bringing Europe’s vulnerabilities back into focus and turning attention to the EU’s planned Grids Package. Watch the video. 18/03/2026
Europe Today Trump blasts NATO allies again as Iran war enters 19th day 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. 18/03/2026
Culture news Read all about it: Portuguese teenage book addict goes viral Bed-ridden by a double leg fracture, Francisco Borges read ten books a day. The habit sparked his appetite for more literature which has transformed the 13-year-old into a model student who's now spreading his love of books throughout Portuguese schools. 18/03/2026
Climate Europe’s warming oceans are losing fish faster than we thought Researchers warn against falling for 'fool's gold' of rising fish numbers spurred by marine heatwaves. 18/03/2026
Europe News Sharp drop of MDMA in European wastewaters; cocaine and ketamine rise A new study has monitored illicit drug use through wastewater analysis in 115 European cities from 25 countries. From 2024 to 2025, MDMA's residues in wastewaters decreased by 16%, while those of ketamine increased by 41%. 18/03/2026
Health news 'Challenge' and 'opportunity': Euronews Health Summit key takeaways Medicine shortages, European health sovereignty, the ethical lines of AI, and mental health dominated the conversation Euronews’ Health Summit in Brussels. 17/03/2026
United Kingdom Starmer says 'We can't lose focus' on Ukraine during Zelenskyy visit Zelenskyy's visit comes at a time when the Iran war has revived Russia’s ailing economy through increased oil revenue and scuttled US-brokered talks to end Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. 17/03/2026
Ukraine Zelenskyy open to discuss drone interception expertise with Netanyahu Ukraine’s president said he is ready for a dialogue with the Israeli prime minister on drone interceptors and Kyiv’s expertise in countering Tehran's UAVs, as the Iran war entered its third week. 17/03/2026
Europe News MEPs move to revive EU-US trade deal after months of gridlock MEPs moved Tuesday to revive the EU–US trade deal, scheduling a committee vote, but infighting between political groups keeps final approval by the full assembly uncertain with both March and April floated. 17/03/2026