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1. Nearly 100 ships pass the Hormuz Strait
Just under 100 ships have navigated the Strait of Hormuz since the beginning of March, according to data from BBC Verify. This vital waterway remains a key passage for global oil shipments.
2. Macron pushes for tougher EU digital rule enforcement
French President Emmanuel Macron has called on European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to enhance the enforcement of EU digital regulations. This push comes in anticipation of critical elections in 2026 and 2027, aimed at preventing foreign interference.
3. Iranian man arrested for attempting to enter UK nuclear submarine base
An Iranian man has been detained after attempting to access the naval base in Scotland that houses Britain’s nuclear submarines. Police Scotland confirmed the arrest of both the 34-year-old man and a 31-year-old woman following the incident at HM Naval Base Clyde.
4. Kremlin sets conditions for partial ceasefire in Kyiv
The Russian government has indicated a willingness to consider a partial ceasefire regarding attacks on energy infrastructure in Ukraine, contingent upon specific conditions being met by Kyiv. These conditions include a cessation of Ukrainian military actions.
5. Hungary’s Orbán accused of disloyalty and blackmail over Ukraine loan veto
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán faces accusations of disloyalty and blackmail after vetoing a loan to Ukraine. Orbán insists that a pipeline transporting Russian oil through Ukraine to Hungary must be repaired before any financial assistance can be approved.
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6. Nasa’s Moon rocket Artemis has successfully rolled back to the launch pad for final checks ahead of a potential April launch. The upcoming tests are crucial as they will determine if Artemis II can proceed as the first crewed mission in the Artemis programme.
7. In India, a looming gas shortage is prompting the environment ministry to allow restaurants and hotels to temporarily switch to more polluting fuels. This decision aims to prioritize cooking gas supplies for households and essential services over the next month.
8. As Iranians prepare for the Nowruz new year festival, many express their concerns about the ongoing war affecting their celebrations. Interviews reveal a mix of hope and apprehension as families navigate the challenges while trying to uphold their traditions.
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Denmark’s public broadcaster has reported that the country planned to blow up runways in Greenland in the event of a US invasion. This plan was developed amid concerns that the US might act against Greenland following its operation to seize Venezuela’s leader.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban is intensifying his conflict with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky as he faces pressure at home. At the recent EU summit in Brussels, Orban’s actions have drawn criticism, as he continues to block aid to Ukraine, a move seen as part of his strategy in a precarious election campaign.
Turning to the weather. In Riga, 0 to 4 degrees with sunny. In London, 6 to 14 degrees with sunny a slightly cool ambiance awaits london on today. In Paris, 7 to 17 degrees with partly cloudy mild temperatures are expected in paris. In Brussels, 5 to 14 degrees with sunny a slightly cool ambiance awaits brussels on today. In Berlin, 6 to 11 degrees with patchy rain possible a slightly cool ambiance awaits berlin on today. In Stockholm, 1 to 9 degrees with sunny. In Madrid, 8 to 16 degrees with partly cloudy a slightly cool ambiance awaits madrid on today.
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