Europe Today

On Europe Today, this Monday, we report on the escalating tensions in the Middle East as Israel signals an expansion of its military campaign. We break down the latest developments, including the humanitarian toll in Lebanon and emergency G7 talks to contain a growing energy shock. Plus, a diplomatic row erupts over Palm Sunday events in Jerusalem and Cyprus navigates its EU Council presidency amid conflict. Our guests include the EU commissioner for the oceans Costas Kadis and the Irish minister for State Timmy Dooley.Europe Today is Euronews’ daily podcast hosted by Maria Tadeo and Méabh Mc Mahon, broadcasting directly from Brussels, at the heart of Europe.   Every morning, we deliver the top and exclusive stories shaping the European Union (EU) and beyond.Stay ahead with the key news and insights that matter in Europe today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shona Murray, NATO correspondent from Helsinki, gives updates on NATO and European security. Ghassan Salamé, former Lebanese minister, shares first‑hand views on Lebanon’s humanitarian crisis. Babak Kamir, head of Euronews’ Persian service, explains Iran’s positions and regional shifts. Maya de la Boom, Euronews correspondent, reports on G7 diplomacy and the global fallout from the Iran war.

José Manuel Barroso, former European Commission president and veteran EU statesman. He discusses EU trust and treaty loyalty. The conversation covers possible political and legal responses to a member state breaching obligations. Tensions over sanctions, energy transit and broader European leadership are explored.

Barham Salih, UNHCR chief and former Iraqi president, on displacement and regional humanitarian strain. Maria Tadeo, Euronews EU editor, on the Hungary leaks scandal, EU reactions and security implications. Benny Engelbrecht, Danish Social Democrat MP, on the snap election result and coalition prospects. Multiple short, sharp conversations on politics, leaks and mounting regional tensions.

As the US signals a possible breakthrough with Iran, doubts remain on the ground and tensions ripple across the Middle East. Meanwhile, Brussels pushes ahead with a major trade deal with Australia amid growing economic uncertainty. And in Italy, a failed referendum deals a political blow to Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, raising fresh questions about her government’s strength. We have an update from our correspondent. Europe Today is Euronews’ daily podcast hosted by Maria Tadeo and Méabh Mc Mahon, broadcasting directly from Brussels, at the heart of Europe.   Every morning, we deliver the top and exclusive stories shaping the European Union (EU) and beyond.Stay ahead with the key news and insights that matter in Europe today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Barstin Wächter, EU counterterrorism coordinator and Dutch diplomat, reflects on a decade since the Brussels attacks. He discusses Europe’s improved intelligence cooperation and interoperable databases. He warns about rapid online radicalization and lone‑actor threats. He also examines how regional conflicts, like Iran–US tensions, raise risks of spillover, cyberattacks and destabilizing narratives.

Jakub Janas, Euronews reporter who explains EU policy, breaks down the EU Emissions Trading System. Hildegard Bentele, German MEP (CDU/EPP), discusses summit fallout and EU responses. Sasha Vakilina, Euronews Ukraine correspondent, reports on Ukraine’s financial shortfall after the blocked loan. They cover the 12+ hour summit, Hungary’s veto, Iran tensions, and competitiveness debates in concise, lively conversation.

EU leaders are gathering in Brussels today as the conflict in the Middle East escalates dangerously — with strikes hitting energy infrastructure and global tensions rising fast. At the same time, Ukraine’s war drags into another year, with crucial funding still hanging in the balance. Europe says it’s not directly involved — but from energy shocks to global food risks, the impact is already being felt. So how long can the EU stay on the sidelines? And can leaders stay united under pressure? On this episode of Europe Today, we have updates from the summit floor on the major issues to watch and the key political clashes.Europe Today is Euronews’ daily podcast hosted by Maria Tadeo and Méabh Mc Mahon, broadcasting directly from Brussels, at the heart of Europe.   Every morning, we deliver the top and exclusive stories shaping the European Union (EU) and beyond.Stay ahead with the key news and insights that matter in Europe today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the war rages on, Donald Trump is expressing mounting frustration with Europeans for refusing to send warships to the Strait of Hormuz – saying overnight that the US doesn’t “need or desire” their assistance. Our correspondent Shona Murray breaks down the logic behind the European response and the implications for an increasingly fraught NATO Alliance. Meanwhile, Kyiv has authorised the European Commission to enter Ukraine to inspect the damage on the Druzhba pipeline, a demand from Hungary and Slovakia. Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is blocking a €90 billion loan to Ukraine until Russian crude flows through the pipeline again – with EU leaders seeking to convince Orbán to drop his veto when they gather in Brussels on Thursday. Europe Today is Euronews’ daily podcast hosted by Maria Tadeo and Méabh Mc Mahon, broadcasting directly from Brussels, at the heart of Europe. Every morning, we deliver the top and exclusive stories shaping the European Union (EU) and beyond.Stay ahead with the key news and insights that matter, with Europe Today.Europe Today is Euronews’ daily podcast hosted by Maria Tadeo and Méabh Mc Mahon, broadcasting directly from Brussels, at the heart of Europe.   Every morning, we deliver the top and exclusive stories shaping the European Union (EU) and beyond.Stay ahead with the key news and insights that matter in Europe today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alina Valtanen, Finland’s foreign affairs minister in a correspondent report on NATO and Strait of Hormuz security. Dubravka Suica, European commissioner for the Mediterranean on EU engagement, regional diplomacy and civil society support. Vincenzo Genovese, Brussels correspondent reporting on turmoil in EU politics and the Manfred Weber controversy. They discuss Middle East escalation, Europe’s strategic choices and political fallout in Brussels.