Latest news bulletin | April 2nd, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 2nd, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Trump says Iran ‘objectives are nearing completion’ in first prime-time speech in defence of war
Speaking in his first national address since the war began on 28 February, Trump sought to reassure war-weary Americans that the offensive was worth the effort. Read more at Read…
Iran launches biggest salvo of missiles in three weeks at Israel, military officials say
Iranian missile fire on Israel has slowed in the past two weeks to around 10-15 missiles a day, down from around 90 on the first day of the war. Read…
Macron lauds Europe’s ‘predictability’ on visit to Japan in apparent swipe at Trump
Macron’s office had expressed surprise at Trump’s criticism of France for not letting planes carrying military supplies for the conflict fly over its territory. Read more at Read More
US Supreme Court casts doubt on Donald Trump’s bid to limit birthright citizenship
Trump signed an executive order on his return to the White House last year decreeing that children born to parents in the United States illegally or on temporary visas would…
Switzerland eyes dropping purchase of US Patriot air defence system over delivery delays
Switzerland, which is not in NATO, had ordered five Patriot systems in 2022, with delivery scheduled to begin this year and to be completed in 2028. Read more at Read…
Fuel shortages spark long queues at petrol stations in Johannesburg
Motorists lined up at petrol stations in Johannesburg as fuel shortages and supply limits caused disruptions and raised concerns over rising costs. Read more at Read More
Teams halt efforts for whale stranded off German coast as chances of rescue ‘very low’
Since it was spotted last week the whale had prompted a large-scale rescue operation involving firefighters, scientists and the maritime police. Read more at Read More
Paris catacombs to reopen in 2026 after major safety renovation
The Paris Catacombs will reopen in spring 2026 after major structural and visual upgrades aimed at protecting visitors and centuries-old human remains. Read more at Read More
Trump isn’t immune from civil claims his 6 January speech incited riot, judge says
Trump spoke to a crowd of his supporters at the rally before the mob’s attack disrupted the joint session of Congress for certifying Democrat Joe Biden’s 2020 electoral victory over…