Germany Germany could help secure Hormuz, but once war ends — defence minister The Bundeswehr could take on a role in securing one of the world's most important trade routes after the end of the war, "but now is not the time to discuss that," the German defence minister said. 26/03/2026
Business Ships seek Iranian clearance in Hormuz as insurance costs surge Surging insurance costs and tighter control over transit in the Strait of Hormuz are forcing shipowners to rethink voyages, with access increasingly shaped by risk, cost and coordination. 26/03/2026
Europe Today G7 gathers in France as Iran rejects Trump's 15-point ceasefire plan Tune in to Europe Today, Euronews' 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. 26/03/2026
Ecotech What is plug-in solar and can it save you money? Many consumers want to know how long it will take them to make back the upfront costs of solar. 26/03/2026
Iran Trump says Tehran negotiators ‘begging’ for US deal to end Iran war Donald Trump said on Thursday that Iran is “begging” for a deal as both sides trade demands, amid intensifying airstrikes and the Strait of Hormuz closure continuing to drive oil prices higher. 26/03/2026
The Ring Escalation in the Middle East - Not Europe's war? MEPs in the Ring In this new edition of The Ring, broadcast from the European Parliament in Brussels, MEPs Riho Terras (EPP) and Özlem Demirel (The Left) debate Europe’s role in the ongoing war in the Middle East. 25/03/2026
Europe News Meloni plans closer cooperation with Algeria to boost gas deliveries Italy, which generates more than 40% of its electricity from natural gas according to the International Energy Agency, has been negotiating with various countries to replace lost LNG supplies from Qatar. 25/03/2026
USA Trump to 'unleash hell' if Iran doesn't make deal, White House says The United States and Iran are still engaged in peace talks, Karoline Leavitt said, despite Iranian state media saying Tehran had rejected Washington's plan to end the war. 25/03/2026
The Ring The War in Iran – What should Europe do? Don't miss this week's episode of The Ring, tonight at 20.30 CET. MEPs Riho Terras (EPP) and Özlem Demirel (The Left) go head-to-head in a fiery debate over what the EU should do in this crisis. 25/03/2026
Iran Iran spurns US' 15-point plan and escalates attacks on Israel and Gulf Tehran claimed on Wednesday it has rejected a US ceasefire plan, as it ramped up attacks on Israel and Gulf states and proposed its own terms, including reparations and control of Hormuz. 25/03/2026
12 minutes with Belgian economy minister: European industry fundamental to sovereignty Belgium's Economy Minister David Clarinval is advocating full economic sovereignty in Europe. Therefore, Europe needs to regain control of its industrial capabilities, energy, defence and agriculture. 25/03/2026
Economy Iran war energy shock puts ECB on alert — Lagarde vows timely response The Iran war has sent oil and gas prices surging and rate hike bets rising, but ECB chief Christine Lagarde says the eurozone is far better placed to absorb the shock than it was when Russia invaded Ukraine. 25/03/2026
Iran What we know and do not know about the Iran war negotiations Trump touts progress in secret Iran talks as missile strikes, US troop buildups and threats over the Strait of Hormuz fuel fears of a wider regional war: here is what we know so far. 25/03/2026
Spain Spanish PM warns Iran war 'far worse' than Iraq in 2003 Sánchez said the US invasion of Iraq in 2003 had failed to achieve its goals and instead made life worse for ordinary people. 25/03/2026
Business Helium supply crunch puts MRI services at risk amid Qatar disruptions Iran's strikes on Qatar's Ras Laffan gas hub have disrupted helium production, showing how the conflict is rippling beyond energy markets to hit industries from technology to healthcare. 25/03/2026
The Cube Is the EU 'self-castrating' over Russian energy? Is Europe “self-castrating” by refusing to go back to Russian energy, despite the war between the US and Iran? Russia’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson uses a 2021 Dutch energy campaign to mock the EU’s energy deficiency. 25/03/2026
Europe Today Iran war impact on civilians 'profound,' UNHCR chief tells Euronews The impact for civilians across the region is "profound" and poses a "terrible humanitarian challenge," UN refugee agency chief Barham Salih told Euronews' morning show Europe Today. 25/03/2026
Markets Markets rally, oil prices fall as Trump signals Iran talks Oil prices fell more than 4% and European shares gained on Wednesday on the possibility of a de-escalation in the Iran war. 25/03/2026
Iran Iran escalates strikes across Middle East after Trump hints at deal Iran launched a salvo of missiles across the Middle East, just a few hours after US President Donald Trump claimed Washington and Tehran were "in negotiations right now". 25/03/2026
Europe Today Frederiksen set to remain PM as tensions mount over Hungary leaks 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. 25/03/2026