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EPISODE · Mar 13, 2026 · 19 MIN

Iran’s UN ambassador denies Tehran’s role in escalating conflict

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War in the Middle East, rising tensions with the US, and millions of people on the move. In this episode of Europe Today, we examine the consequences of the escalating Iran–Israel conflict after Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei warned American bases in the region to shut down and vowed to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed. We have an exclusive interview with Iran's ambassador to the UN in Geneva and zoom in on the humanitarian crisis in Lebanon. 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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