EPISODE · Apr 1, 2026 · 19 MIN
EU calls for urgent de-escalation of war in the Middle East
from Europe Today
Ongoing tensions in the Middle East dominate today’s episode, as European leaders call for urgent de-escalation following overnight strikes in Tehran and Beirut. We have an update from Dubai where residents are facing unprecedented disruptions. Meanwhile, EU foreign ministers gather in Kyiv to push for accountability over alleged Russian war crimes, while Israel faces growing international criticism over the reinstatement of capital punishment for Palestinians. Plus, a major political scandal shakes Hungary just days before a pivotal election. And from Rome, as Easter approaches, we look at Pope Leo XIV’s potential role in calling for peace — and what’s next for EU efforts on religious freedom.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.
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Ongoing tensions in the Middle East dominate today’s episode, as European leaders call for urgent de-escalation following overnight strikes in Tehran and Beirut. We have an update from Dubai where residents are facing unprecedented disruptions. Meanwhile, EU foreign ministers gather in Kyiv to push for accountability over alleged Russian war crimes, while Israel faces growing international criticism over the reinstatement of capital punishment for Palestinians. Plus, a major political scandal shakes Hungary just days before a pivotal election. And from Rome, as Easter approaches, we look at Pope Leo XIV’s potential role in calling for peace — and what’s next for EU efforts on religious freedom.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.
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