European Commission opens investigation into Snapchat’s child safety protections
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Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this March 26th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
EU lawmakers support EU–US trade deal, with conditions attached
The European Parliament on Tuesday cleared the way for the implementation of the Turnberry agreement, but the safeguards attached by lawmakers must still be approved by EU member states before tariffs on US goods can be reduced to zero.
US drones await clearance to land at Lajes after Portugal seeks more information
The landing of MQ-9 Reapers at Lajes Air Base was expected early this week but has yet to take place. Portugal has reportedly asked for further technical details about the drones, but is still awaiting a response.
These are some of Europe’s most scenic train journeys – and one line just announced a historic sale
From the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express to the UK's Settle-Carlisle line, these unique train journeys showcase the best of Europe.
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Belarus' Lukashenka gifts automatic rifle to North Korea's Kim
The two leaders sign a new friendship treaty during Lukashenka's visit to Pyongyang, deepening their anti-Western alliance and backing Russia’s war in Ukraine.
Lukashenka signs Belarus-North Korea 'friendship' treaty during Pyongyang visit
Belarus and North Korea sign a new friendship treaty in Pyongyang, deepening their anti-Western alliance and backing Russia’s war in Ukraine.
Residents injured after blast in Israeli home amid new Iranian barrage
Medics rushed to a blasted residential area in Kafr Qasim, central Israel, as Iran launched further projectiles, injuring five people and heightening fears of more strikes.
Oil prices and markets look for direction amid conflicting messages from Iran and the US
As the prospect of de-escalation in the Iran war remains uncertain, oil prices are rising, with the international benchmark Brent trading above $106 a barrel on Thursday morning.
Facing European cold shoulder, Ukraine turns to Middle East partners
Amid blocked EU aid and stalled diplomatic talks with the US and Russia, Ukraine is looking for new partners in the Middle East and the Gulf region, where the countries are seeking Kyiv’s help.
Iran war: How many European citizens has the EU repatriated?
Thousands of Europeans have been evacuated from the Middle East amid ongoing conflict. How are EU countries coordinating these operations, and what role is Brussels playing?
Meta and YouTube made addictive products that harmed young people, US jury finds in landmark trial
The jury agreed with the 20-year-old plaintiff, who testified at trial that she became addicted to social media as a child and that this addiction exacerbated her mental health struggles.
Bundeswehr could help secure Hormuz but once war ends, German defence minister says
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.
Ships seek Iranian clearance to cross Hormuz as risks rise and 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.
Ex-French police officer held in Portugal over killing of two women
The former police officer is suspected of killing his ex-partner and his current partner; their bodies were found in Serra da Nogueira, Bragança. He was travelling with his two children when the GNR stopped his car in Mêda, in the district of Guarda.
The biggest winners and losers of the tariff war as AI-related trade skyrockets
A report published this month by the McKinsey Global Institute offers one of the most rigorous accountings of last year's trade war. Its verdict confounds almost every prediction made when the tariffs were first introduced.
Gaza: Strike near Deir al‑Balāḥ tents kills at least one
Video from the scene shows a blast landing close to the camp, sending smoke into the air and triggering a fire as residents and medics rushed to carry away the wounded.
Watch the video: Pole and Hungarian, brothers be?
Donald Tusk has publicly called Budapest's alleged handling of EU secrets a "disgrace” and strongly condemned its growing loyalty to Moscow. This is no longer just a political disagreement; it is a full-blown fracture built up over the years. Let’s take a look at the timeline.
Woman pleads not guilty to attempted murder of Rihanna
The 35-year-old woman alleged to have shot at Rihanna's Los Angeles home has pleaded not guilty to attempted murder. Rihanna and her family were in the house during the shooting on 8 March 2026.
Mexico races to clean crude from Veracruz coastline
Cleanup crews and navy personnel remained deployed along Mexico’s Gulf coast on 26 March after crude oil polluted beaches in Veracruz and Tabasco. Authorities said 128 tonnes of contaminated waste had been removed, while the source remains under investigation.
Venezuela deploys robotic dogs for patrols in Caracas
Two robotic dogs are now patrolling public spaces in one of Caracas’s wealthiest districts. Officials say the technology is meant to support, not replace, police officers on the ground.
Watch: Sarah Mullally becomes first woman to lead the Church of England
Sarah Mullally was installed as the first female Archbishop of Canterbury on 25 March 2026, marking a historic shift for the Church of England in its 1,400-year history amid ongoing internal divisions.
Cyprus: War-related tourism concerns and climate change efforts
Cypriot authorities stress that the country is safe, wanting to prevent a possible decrease in tourist flows due to the war in the Middle East.
European Council 'should consider meeting without Hungary on sensitive matters,' Barroso says
Former Commission President says "nothing prevents" EU member states from meeting without Hungary to discuss sensitive matters once trust is breached. Barroso argues political action is just as effective as legal tools if the 26 send a "message that they are sovereign too."
Budapest's contact with Moscow during key EU meetings ‘greatly concerning,’ says Barroso
The former President of the European Commission believes Council President António Costa should exclude Hungary from confidential EU meetings if it fails to provide adequate clarifications over the incident.
New HBO Harry Potter series trailer released: Here’s everything you need to know
The first look at HBO’s big-budget TV reimagining of J.K. Rowling’s best-selling books also reveals that first season will premiere this Christmas – not in 2027 as previously expected.
Newsletter: Cut Hungary from EU talks unless it explains allegations of leaks to Russia - Barroso
Also in this neswsletter: The embattled EU-US trade deal is expected to clear the final hurdle in a vote in the European Parliament's plenary.
Viva España! Madrid government to create body to promote Spanish music around the world
In cooperation with the Cervantes Institute and other bodies, Ernest Urtasun's Culture Ministry has revealed plans to promote Spain's music industry and ride the increasing wave of successful stars like Rosalía around the world.
Can modular construction solve Europe's housing shortages?
Europe has a housing crisis and a construction industry that can't keep up. Is modular construction, homes built in factories and assembled on-site, the fix to both?
Europe Today: G7 gathers in France as Iran rejects Trump's 15-point ceasefire plan
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.