US submarine sinks Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean, killing 87 people
The IRIS Dena sank off the coast of Sri Lanka with the country’s navy recovering 87 bodies and rescuing 32 people. Read more at Read More
Democratic Iran is ‘far from certain’, Kallas says, warning of ‘dangerous moment’
“The dream scenario would be a democratic Iran that poses no threat to its neighbours, but this outcome is far from certain,” Kaja Kallas said. Read More
European Parliament rejects debate on Trump’s threats to Spain
A debate titled “US threats and sanctions against Spain” was proposed by the Greens and supported by left-wing groups of the European Parliament, but rejected by the others. Read More
Latest news bulletin | March 4th, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this March 4th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Pedro Sánchez defies Trump in biggest gamble yet as Madrid says no to war
As audacious as he is opportunistic, the Spanish PM heads for clash with Trump as Madrid revives ‘no to war’ movement. Sánchez bets on a Villepin moment that can energize…
US primaries: Texas braces for epic Senate race in November
While Democrats elected a young presbyterian seminarian as their candidate, Republicans need to endure a nasty run-off campaign until May. The outcome of this race may well rattle Donald Trump’s…
France: Over 250 migrants cross Channel to England as calm seas return
France saw several small boats leave the beach at Gravelines at dawn, carrying migrants hoping to reach England. Read more at Read More
New airstrikes hit Beirut’s southern suburbs after Israeli warning
Lebanon sees fresh Israeli airstrikes in Beirut’s southern suburbs, with buildings hit in Haret Hreik after evacuation warnings. Read more at Read More
The mating game: New DNA study shows female humans often interbred with Neanderthal males
Growing research – including ancient DNA technology – is changing the picture of human evolution and how our ancestors interacted with other human-like creatures. Read More
Iran war revives spectre of energy crisis in Europe, fuelling economic anxiety
The European Union is staring down the prospect of a new energy crisis as the United States and Israel wage war on Iran, rattling gas markets. Read More