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President Donald Trump met NATO chief Mark Rutte amid reports he is considering punishing allies who declined to support the US war with Iran, including moving US troops. Rutte acknowledged Trump's disappointment while defending European contributions.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer concluded a Gulf tour focused on shoring up the fragile US-Iran ceasefire and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, warning there is 'a lot of work to do.' He also defended NATO's relevance to US interests, pushed back on Trump's threats to leave the alliance, and voiced firm opposition to any tolling of the strait.
Russia's Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) alleges the European Union has begun covert work to establish its own nuclear weapons production capabilities, citing hatred of Russia as the motive. The SVR claims German experts could produce weapons-grade material in weeks, while EU officials reportedly frame the effort as deterrence against a Russian threat.
The United States and Iran have agreed to a conditional two-week ceasefire, brokered by Pakistan, halting 40 days of US-Israeli attacks on Iran. The deal, which includes the temporary reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, comes hours after President Trump threatened to obliterate Iranian 'civilisation'. Both sides claim victory, but disagreements over the deal's scope, particularly regarding Lebanon, and dueling versions of Iran's 10-point proposal cast doubt on the truce's durability.
Oil prices fell sharply and global stock markets surged after US President Donald Trump agreed to a two-week ceasefire with Iran, easing fears of a prolonged disruption to energy supplies through the Strait of Hormuz. Despite the initial relief, concerns remain over the fragility of the truce, with oil prices later rebounding amid renewed tensions.
Annie Ramos, wife of a US Army staff sergeant, was detained by ICE agents at a Louisiana military base days after her wedding. Released after five days in custody, her case highlights the impact of immigration enforcement on military families.
Australian Alex de Minaur advanced through the early rounds of the Monte Carlo Masters with wins over Cameron Norrie and Alexander Blockx before losing in the quarterfinals to local player Valentin Vacherot. The result leaves the world's top three—Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner and Alexander Zverev—alongside Vacherot in the semifinals. De Minaur is set to drop ranking points after reaching the semis at the event last year.
A new survey shows that 21% of young Germans are actively planning to leave the country, with 41% considering moving abroad in the longer term. Economic stagnation, rising housing costs, and political shifts are cited as key factors. The findings highlight growing dissatisfaction among the 14-29 age group.
As the Iran war exposes Europe's energy vulnerabilities, the EU is reconsidering nuclear power, with a focus on Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) by the early 2030s. While proponents tout SMRs as a clean, secure baseload source, critics call it a costly distraction and question the technology's readiness. Germany's debate over reversing its nuclear phase-out adds political complexity.
Citing Politico, TASS reports that a growing number of EU member states, led by Germany and Sweden, are calling for restrictions or abolition of the national veto in EU decision-making. German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul advocates qualified majority voting, citing recent Hungary blocks on Ukraine aid and Russia sanctions, while France and Belgium favor retaining the veto.
German Justice Minister Stefanie Hubig has proposed making fare evasion a civil infraction rather than a criminal offense, a move supported by the German Bar Association but opposed by police unions. The reform could affect thousands of people jailed each year for riding without a ticket.
The UN Security Council is set to vote on a Bahrain-drafted resolution addressing the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, as the US-Iran conflict disrupts global energy supplies. Reports also detail the downing of a US F-15E and ongoing efforts to recover a missing crew member.
Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova described Ukraine's drone attack on Caspian Pipeline Consortium facilities near Novorossiysk as 'pure terrorism.' Moscow says the strike aimed to destabilize global hydrocarbon markets and damage shareholders including U.S. and Kazakh companies, while Kazakh authorities reported no impact on oil exports.
Donald Trump has mocked Keir Starmer, comparing him to Neville Chamberlain, as tensions escalate over the UK's refusal to back US-Israeli strikes on Iran. The episode highlights a growing rift in the 'special relationship,' with UK officials insisting they will not be drawn into the conflict.
Elbit Systems says it will begin delivering Watchkeeper X drones to Romania under a $428.75 million contract after delays prompted Bucharest to threaten cancellation. The two sides differ on the cause of the delay, with Elbit citing force majeure and Romania weighing the deal's future.
President Trump told Fox News the US sent guns to Iranian protesters through Kurdish intermediaries before the US-Israel war on Iran began. Iranian Kurdish opposition groups deny receiving weapons. Death toll estimates vary widely between Iranian authorities and rights groups.
A press review covering Viktor Orban's electoral defeat in Hungary, Pope Leo's historic visit to Algeria, the appointment of the first female head of the Australian army, and Union Berlin's first female coach, alongside satirical campaigns and an academic scandal.
Germany's defence minister has suspended a little-noticed provision requiring men aged 17 to 45 to seek military approval for stays abroad longer than three months, following widespread criticism. The rule, part of the Military Service Modernisation Act aimed at boosting defences amid Russian threats, will not apply while military service remains voluntary.
President Trump's renewed threats to withdraw from NATO highlight long-simmering tensions with allies over burden-sharing and military support. The US provides close to two-thirds of NATO's budget, yet Congress has legislated to prevent any unilateral exit without Senate approval.
Germany's traditional Easter peace marches, held from April 2–6, 2026, drew thousands despite rainy weather, focusing on the return of conscription, military buildup, and ongoing conflicts in Ukraine, Gaza, and Iran. Organizers express cautious optimism about turnout, while analysts note a decline in mobilization and the divisive impact of recent wars on the peace movement.