One year before Emmanuel Macron’s term ends, parties will be able to gauge their strength in the second round of the local elections, with tight races in major cities, such as Paris, Marseille and Lyon.
Iran threatens to retaliate after Trump gives 48-hour ultimatum to reopen Strait
US President Donald Trump said it would ‘obliterate’ Iran’s power plants if it did not reopen the Strait of Hormuz in 48 hours. Iran threatened retaliation on US and Israeli energy infrastructure if its own became targeted.
Latest news bulletin | March 22nd, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this March 22nd, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
At least 40 injured after Iranian missile strikes Israeli town home to nuclear facility
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.
EU urges member countries to ease gas demands amid Iran conflict
European countries are being advised to lower gas storage filling targets and to start refilling gas stores early, as the conflict in Middle East drives up global energy prices. European Energy Commissioner Dan Jørgensen urged in a letter to national energy ministers, seen by POLITICO, that countries should be flexible in how they refill gas…
Furry Frenemies Turned Best Friends
Dog and Cat: Unexpected Best Friends It’s a truth universally acknowledged that dogs and cats are supposed to be natural enemies. Yet in one cozy household, that rule doesn’t apply. Here, a dog and a cat are not just roommates they’re the ultimate best friends, partners in crime, and sometimes chaos coordinators. Morning Adventures Their…
Latest news bulletin | March 21st, 2026 – Midday
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Egypt intensifies diplomacy as Iran war reshapes regional 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.
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.
Iran says Natanz nuclear site was struck, as Tehran launches ballistic missiles at US-UK base
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.