The Greek prime minister has urged the European Commission to establish a unified framework to protect minors online, calling for coordinated rules on age verification and social media access across the EU.

France says over a dozen countries are preparing a coordinated mission to restore safe traffic through the Strait of Hormuz following a US-Iran ceasefire, while EU leaders welcome de-escalation and urge a lasting diplomatic agreement.

European Council President expresses confidence in an agreement despite earlier setbacks, citing improved post-Brexit relations and joint defense efforts as key driver

Landmark agreement removes most tariffs and deepens ties as both sides seek to reduce dependence on China, though Australian farmers raise concerns over limited agricultural access.

DG Clima official Elina Bardram outlines how Europe’s energy dependence, rising disinformation and extreme weather are converging- making electrification and adaptation more important now than ever

The bloc’s anti-racism coordinator highlights widespread discrimination and calls for stronger action, as new EU measures face criticism for lacking ambition and failing to address historical injustices

Across the euro area, annual inflation stood at 1.9% in February 2026, up from 1.7% in January and in line with Eurostat’s preliminary reading.

Disputes over Russian gas, energy networks and rising costs highlight growing divisions within the EU as leaders prepare for a key summit on Thursday March 19

Cyprus Energy Minister says all informal EU councils postponed due to Iran crisis will return to normal scheduling between April and June

Brussels plans local-content rules for EVs to boost European manufacturing, but automakers and global partners warn of supply disruptions, potential trade backlash, and complex implementation challenges

Gerapetritis stressed that dedicated telephone lines were already operating at Greece’s diplomatic missions to assist nationals, while urging Greeks in the region to remain in safe locations and follow embassy instructions.

Despite resistance from France and a legal challenge, EU trade chief Maros Sefcovic says the bloc could implement its long-negotiated Mercosur agreement within months to boost exports and offset U.S. tariffs

The European Union is assessing potential assistance for Gaza’s newly formed civil governance body, with discussions set among EU foreign ministers later this month

Europe’s telecommunications networks are deeply interdependent, technically integrated, and economically fragile

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen says new public procurement rules will prioritize low-carbon and EU-produced goods under the upcoming Industrial Accelerator Act.

The European Commission proposes stricter rules and an EU-wide reporting app to protect minors, aiming to curb online harassment that affects one in six children and threatens their mental health

Estonia’s foreign intelligence service says Moscow is rapidly expanding its military capacity to delay European rearmament, while seeking to ease sanctions and reshape Europe’s security order

Among EU member states for which data are available for the fourth quarter of 2025, Lithuania recorded the strongest quarterly growth, with GDP rising by 1.7% compared with the previous quarter.

European Union ministers agreed to designate the IRGC as a terrorist organization and targeted Iranian officials and entities with sanctions in response to violence against protesters and support for Russia