UK News – Euro Weekly News https://euroweeklynews.com News and views in English since 1998 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 15:13:49 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://euroweeklynews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/cropped-EuroWeeklyNews-Favicon-2-60x60.png UK News – Euro Weekly News https://euroweeklynews.com 32 32 UK cigarette ban creates Spain loophole for British teens https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/22/uk-cigarette-ban-creates-spain-loophole-for-british-teens/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/22/uk-cigarette-ban-creates-spain-loophole-for-british-teens/#respond Wed, 22 Apr 2026 15:00:59 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=567242 The United Kingdom’s planned lifetime tobacco sales ban for people born on or after January 1 2009 could create a loophole for young British teens travelling to Spain and other countries, as they may still be able to purchase cigarettes and vaping products where standard age-based rules remain in place. The policy restricts tobacco sales based on year of birth, meaning those affected would never…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/22/uk-cigarette-ban-creates-spain-loophole-for-british-teens/feed/ 0 Elsie Kelly dies at 89: Tributes to the ‘Benidorm’ star from fans in Spain and the UK https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/22/elsie-kelly-dies-at-89-tributes-to-the-benidorm-star-from-fans-in-spain-and-the-uk/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/22/elsie-kelly-dies-at-89-tributes-to-the-benidorm-star-from-fans-in-spain-and-the-uk/#respond Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:47:02 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=567244 British actress Elsie Kelly, best known to millions for her role as Noreen Maltby in the hit ITV series Benidorm, has died aged 89. Her passing was confirmed on April 21 following a short illness, with tributes quickly pouring in from colleagues and fans across the UK and Spain. Kelly’s death marks the loss of a familiar face for British audiences, particularly those with a connection to Spain’s…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/22/elsie-kelly-dies-at-89-tributes-to-the-benidorm-star-from-fans-in-spain-and-the-uk/feed/ 0 UK passes lifetime tobacco ban for those born after 2008 https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/21/uk-approves-lifetime-tobacco-ban-for-everyone-born-after-2008/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/21/uk-approves-lifetime-tobacco-ban-for-everyone-born-after-2008/#respond Tue, 21 Apr 2026 21:10:23 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=567197 The United Kingdom is set to introduce a permanent ban on the sale of tobacco to everyone born on or after January 1 2009, after Parliament approved one of the most significant anti-smoking measures in recent decades. The proposal is contained in the Tobacco and Vapes Bill, which has passed both the House of Commons and the House of Lords. The legislation is now awaiting Royal Assent…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/21/uk-approves-lifetime-tobacco-ban-for-everyone-born-after-2008/feed/ 0 UK travellers face airport chaos under new passport rule https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/20/uk-travellers-face-airport-chaos-under-new-passport-rule/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/20/uk-travellers-face-airport-chaos-under-new-passport-rule/#comments Mon, 20 Apr 2026 07:16:19 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=566936 Thousands of people with British citizenship and a second nationality are being warned to check their passports before flying, after a new UK travel rule began causing confusion at check in desks. Under the updated system, British dual nationals may now need to use a valid British passport or show proof of right to live in the UK when returning home. Without it, airlines and other carriers can…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/20/uk-travellers-face-airport-chaos-under-new-passport-rule/feed/ 3 Plane too heavy to take off: EasyJet passengers shocked by call to get off plane https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/18/plane-too-heavy-to-take-off-easyjet-passengers-shocked-by-call-to-get-off-plane/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/18/plane-too-heavy-to-take-off-easyjet-passengers-shocked-by-call-to-get-off-plane/#comments Sat, 18 Apr 2026 10:46:30 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=566854 While it is true that holiday makers tend to cram as much into their cases as possible these days, passengers aboard an easyJet flight from Southend to Malaga reacted with disbelief when the captain announced the aircraft could not take off safely unless six people got off voluntarily. As reported by Your Southend on their Facebook page, Kelly Wayland, a 45-year-old independent travel agent…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/18/plane-too-heavy-to-take-off-easyjet-passengers-shocked-by-call-to-get-off-plane/feed/ 2 Major shift in Brexit opinion as 53% of Britons support EU return https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/17/major-shift-in-brexit-opinion-as-53-of-britons-support-eu-return/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/17/major-shift-in-brexit-opinion-as-53-of-britons-support-eu-return/#comments Fri, 17 Apr 2026 20:13:00 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=566819 More than half of Britons now support rejoining the European Union, according to new polling published almost 10 years after the 2016 referendum that led to Brexit. The survey, commissioned by Best for Britain and released on April 17, found that 53% of voters would back returning to the EU. The result adds to evidence from recent years suggesting attitudes towards Brexit have changed since the…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/17/major-shift-in-brexit-opinion-as-53-of-britons-support-eu-return/feed/ 6 Andy Kershaw, trailblazing BBC Radio 1 DJ and Live Aid presenter, dies at 66 after cancer battle https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/17/andy-kershaw-trailblazing-bbc-radio-1-dj-and-live-aid-presenter-dies-at-66-after-cancer-battle/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/17/andy-kershaw-trailblazing-bbc-radio-1-dj-and-live-aid-presenter-dies-at-66-after-cancer-battle/#respond Fri, 17 Apr 2026 14:04:43 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=566799 Andy Kershaw passed away on April 16, 2026, at the age of 66. His family confirmed the sad news, stating he died around 7.30pm on Thursday evening following a cancer diagnosis earlier this year. Kershaw gained fame through his long-running BBC Radio 1 show from 1985 to 2000, where he introduced listeners to global sounds and indie acts they might otherwise never have heard.

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/17/andy-kershaw-trailblazing-bbc-radio-1-dj-and-live-aid-presenter-dies-at-66-after-cancer-battle/feed/ 0 £50,000 lawsuit filed against British Airways over a cut finger https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/14/50000-lawsuit-filed-against-british-airways-over-a-cut-finger/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/14/50000-lawsuit-filed-against-british-airways-over-a-cut-finger/#respond Tue, 14 Apr 2026 19:43:20 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=566581 A 61-year-old Essex businessman is pursuing legal action against British Airways after suffering finger lacerations caused by a concealed sharp object in his aircraft seat during a flight from London Heathrow to Cincinnati in September 2023. He is seeking damages exceeding £50,000. The claimant, Andrew Chesterton, formerly chief operating officer at financial services firm Bravura Solutions…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/14/50000-lawsuit-filed-against-british-airways-over-a-cut-finger/feed/ 0 Five-year sentences: UK government cracks down on two porn categories https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/14/five-year-sentences-uk-government-cracks-down-on-two-porn-categories/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/14/five-year-sentences-uk-government-cracks-down-on-two-porn-categories/#comments Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:47:16 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=566547 The UK government has added new amendments to the Crime and Policing Bill, which will criminalise two porn categories in a major tech crackdown. The new laws state that anyone who is found to be possessing or publishing pornography depicting incest or adults pretending to be children will be held criminally liable. “The first of these vital measures will ban anyone from possessing or…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/14/five-year-sentences-uk-government-cracks-down-on-two-porn-categories/feed/ 1 London-born woman left stranded in Spain after UK border rule change https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/13/london-born-woman-left-stranded-in-spain-after-uk-border-rule-change/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/13/london-born-woman-left-stranded-in-spain-after-uk-border-rule-change/#comments Mon, 13 Apr 2026 08:48:53 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=566373 A London-born woman has been left stranded in Spain after being denied re-entry to the UK due to new border rules. Natasha Cochrane De La Rosa, a 26-year-old woman born and raised in Islington, North London, was due to fly back to the UK on Monday, April 6 after a short holiday in Amsterdam with her friends. While she was able to go through check-in, security and passport control…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/13/london-born-woman-left-stranded-in-spain-after-uk-border-rule-change/feed/ 4 Worker seriously injured after fall from Jet2 plane at Manchester Airport https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/12/worker-seriously-injured-after-fall-from-jet2-plane-at-manchester-airport/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/12/worker-seriously-injured-after-fall-from-jet2-plane-at-manchester-airport/#respond Sun, 12 Apr 2026 11:51:34 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=566307 A full investigation has been launched after a worker was seriously injured in a fall from the back of a Jet2 plane at Manchester Airport at around 8:00am on the morning of Saturday, April 11. Paramedics sped to the scene and arrived at around 8:22am following the incident. The fall occurred near the back of the Jet2 plane after the mobile stairs had been detached. The unnamed man…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/12/worker-seriously-injured-after-fall-from-jet2-plane-at-manchester-airport/feed/ 0 Oxford Street set for £150m revamp based on famous Spanish street design https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/11/oxford-street-set-for-150m-revamp-based-on-famous-spanish-street-design/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/11/oxford-street-set-for-150m-revamp-based-on-famous-spanish-street-design/#respond Sat, 11 Apr 2026 21:26:46 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=566289 London is preparing a £150 million redevelopment of Oxford Street aimed at reshaping one of the United Kingdom’s busiest retail streets. The proposals focus on reducing traffic and increasing pedestrian space, with inspiration taken from Barcelona’s La Rambla. Oxford Street runs through central London between Marble Arch and Tottenham Court Road. It is one of the most visited shopping streets in…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/11/oxford-street-set-for-150m-revamp-based-on-famous-spanish-street-design/feed/ 0 Met police stand down five officers after weapons bag left near mayor’s home https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/04/met-police-stand-down-five-officers-after-weapons-bag-left-near-mayors-home/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/04/met-police-stand-down-five-officers-after-weapons-bag-left-near-mayors-home/#comments Sat, 04 Apr 2026 19:28:11 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=565701 Five officers from the Metropolitan Police have been removed from operational duty after a bag containing firearms was left unattended in a street close to the home of London’s mayor, Sadiq Khan. The incident occurred in south London, where the bag was discovered by a member of the public. According to reports, the individual noticed the item and, concerned about its contents…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/04/met-police-stand-down-five-officers-after-weapons-bag-left-near-mayors-home/feed/ 2 35-nation UK-led meeting aims to reopen Hormuz, Spain remains outside discussions https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/02/35-nation-uk-led-meeting-aims-to-reopen-hormuz-spain-remains-outside-discussions/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/02/35-nation-uk-led-meeting-aims-to-reopen-hormuz-spain-remains-outside-discussions/#comments Thu, 02 Apr 2026 14:38:05 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=565558 The United Kingdom has convened a virtual meeting with representatives from 35 countries to explore ways of reopening the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a key global shipping route that has been effectively closed due to the ongoing conflict involving Iran. Spanish officials are not listed among the participating countries, with Madrid stating its position focuses on de‑escalation and dialogue rather…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/02/35-nation-uk-led-meeting-aims-to-reopen-hormuz-spain-remains-outside-discussions/feed/ 2 Greyhound racing set to become illegal in Wales under new law https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/04/01/greyhound-racing-set-to-become-illegal-in-wales-under-new-law/ Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:27:42 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=565480 Greyhound racing is set to be banned in Wales following a vote in the Senedd in March this year, where members approved legislation to prohibit the sport. The measure, titled the Prohibition of Greyhound Racing (Wales) Bill, received majority support, marking a significant change in the regulation of animal sports within the country. The vote passed with 39 members in favour, 10 against and two…

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]]> Charles III to make first US state visit during global tensions and Epstein scandal https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/31/charles-iii-to-make-first-us-state-visit-during-global-tensions-and-epstein-scandal/ Tue, 31 Mar 2026 20:45:11 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=565407 King Charles III is set to travel to the United States in late April for a state visit, Buckingham Palace has confirmed, marking a significant moment in British diplomatic history. The official visit, scheduled from April 27 to 30, will commemorate the 250th anniversary of American independence, a milestone in the relationship between the United Kingdom and the United States.

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]]> Record numbers of Brits snap up last-minute Easter getaways during wintry gloom https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/29/record-numbers-of-brits-snap-up-last-minute-easter-getaways-during-wintry-gloom/ Sun, 29 Mar 2026 10:33:30 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=565133 Last-minute holiday demand has risen an astonishing 76 per cent as easyJet gets ready for a record Easter rush. Cold snaps across the UK have encouraged sun-seekers to book spontaneous escapes, and sent Easter holiday reservations rocketing. Those in the travel industry say attractive last-minute deals combined with persistent poor weather in the UK have been key factors behind the rush.

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]]> UK passport fee rise confirmed for British residents living in Spain https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/26/uk-passport-fee-rise-confirmed-for-british-residents-living-in-spain/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/26/uk-passport-fee-rise-confirmed-for-british-residents-living-in-spain/#comments Thu, 26 Mar 2026 18:35:31 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=564988 The UK government has confirmed that passport application fees will increase from April 8, affecting British citizens applying for new passports or renewing existing ones. The changes apply to all applicants worldwide, including UK nationals living in Spain. The revised fee structure was announced by the UK Home Office and will apply to applications submitted on or after the permitted date.

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/26/uk-passport-fee-rise-confirmed-for-british-residents-living-in-spain/feed/ 2 London mayor calls for UK to rejoin EU in future Labour policy https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/21/london-mayor-calls-for-uk-to-rejoin-eu-in-future-labour-policy/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/21/london-mayor-calls-for-uk-to-rejoin-eu-in-future-labour-policy/#comments Sat, 21 Mar 2026 21:12:07 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=564533 London mayor Sadiq Khan has called for the United Kingdom to consider rejoining the European Union, arguing that shifting global conditions have strengthened the case for closer ties. His comments affect British voters, businesses and policymakers, particularly as the country continues to adjust to life outside the EU following Brexit. The issue matters now because geopolitical uncertainty…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/21/london-mayor-calls-for-uk-to-rejoin-eu-in-future-labour-policy/feed/ 7 34 meningitis cases in England: What are the symtoms and when will the outbreak spread to the rest of Europe? https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/21/34-meningitis-cases-in-england-what-are-the-symtoms-and-when-will-the-outbreak-spread-to-europe/ Sat, 21 Mar 2026 12:51:24 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=564515 Health authorities in England are monitoring a growing number of meningitis cases after confirmed infections rose to 34 in recent weeks, prompting increased surveillance and targeted health warnings. The cluster, which has emerged over a short period, is now being closely analysed to determine whether it remains localised or signals a broader public health concern. According to the UK Health…

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]]> Spain’s crackdown on ‘ghost diners’ draws attention in the UK https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/19/spains-crackdown-on-ghost-diners-draws-attention-in-the-uk/ Thu, 19 Mar 2026 21:44:03 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=564423 The United Kingdom has drawn attention to Spain’s latest measures against “ghost diners,” or ‘no shows’ as restaurants across the country introduce stricter reservation policies to combat the ongoing issue of customers who book tables but fail to turn up. These measures, including card guarantees and prepayments, aim to protect revenue and reduce financial losses caused by no-shows…

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]]> Spain travel warning for Britons. Check your passport now or risk being refused entry https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/13/spain-travel-warning-for-britons-check-your-passport-now-or-risk-being-refused-entry/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/13/spain-travel-warning-for-britons-check-your-passport-now-or-risk-being-refused-entry/#comments Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:15:51 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=563824 Thousands of Britons travelling to Spain this year could face an unpleasant surprise at the airport if they haven’t checked their passport carefully. The UK Foreign Office has issued a fresh warning reminding travellers that some British passports are no longer valid for entry into Spain and other Schengen countries, even if the expiry date appears to be in the future. The problem mainly affects…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/13/spain-travel-warning-for-britons-check-your-passport-now-or-risk-being-refused-entry/feed/ 2 UK plans digital ID revolution – but British expats in Spain may already recognise the system https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/11/uk-plans-digital-id-revolution-but-british-expats-in-spain-may-already-recognise-the-system/ Wed, 11 Mar 2026 18:50:39 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=563644 The UK government is moving a step closer to introducing a national digital ID system, launching a public consultation on plans that could allow citizens to access services like taxes, childcare payments and job checks through a single app. But for British expats living in Spain, the idea might not sound particularly revolutionary. In many ways, they’re already used to something similar thanks to…

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]]> One lucky UK ticket wins €209 Million in EuroMillions draw https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/11/one-lucky-uk-ticket-wins-e209-million-in-euromillions-draw/ Wed, 11 Mar 2026 08:00:45 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=563618 In one of the most extraordinary outcomes in European lottery history, a single UK EuroMillions ticket‑holder has won the €209,527,211 jackpot in the Tuesday March 10 draw. After a series of consecutive rollovers that saw the prize accumulate to record-breaking levels, the enormous sum has finally been claimed, making it one of the largest jackpots ever awarded in the UK and across participating…

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]]> UK sends Oman charter flight to help 130,000 Britons stuck in Middle East https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/03/uk-sends-oman-charter-flight-to-help-130000-britons-stuck-in-middle-east/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/03/uk-sends-oman-charter-flight-to-help-130000-britons-stuck-in-middle-east/#comments Tue, 03 Mar 2026 15:46:43 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=562978 The United Kingdom has begun evacuating British nationals stranded across the Middle East following escalating regional conflict that has led to widespread airspace closures and flight cancellations. On Tuesday March 3, the first flight carrying British passengers departed from Dubai, marking the start of limited outbound travel from the region. The departure followed several days of suspended…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/03/uk-sends-oman-charter-flight-to-help-130000-britons-stuck-in-middle-east/feed/ 2 Spain says no to US base use, Britain says yes – here’s why https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/03/spain-says-no-to-us-base-use-britain-says-yes-heres-why/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/03/spain-says-no-to-us-base-use-britain-says-yes-heres-why/#comments Tue, 03 Mar 2026 10:07:11 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=562918 Spain has declined to authorise the use of its military bases by the United States in connection with the escalating tensions involving Iran, marking a clear difference in approach from the United Kingdom and several other European allies. The issue relates to the long-standing bilateral defence cooperation agreement between Spain and the US, which governs the presence and operational use of…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/03/spain-says-no-to-us-base-use-britain-says-yes-heres-why/feed/ 1 Britain under direct threat as drone hits RAF base in Cyprus https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/02/britain-under-direct-threat-as-drone-hits-raf-base-in-cyprus/ Mon, 02 Mar 2026 13:12:39 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=562838 A British military base on European soil has come under direct attack, triggering emergency alerts telling personnel and families to take cover as fears grow the Middle East conflict is moving closer to home. Overnight, a suspected Iranian drone struck RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus, sending sirens blaring across one of the UK’s most important overseas bases and raising fresh concerns about how far the…

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]]> London Heathrow cancels nearly half of Middle East flights amid escalating Iran conflict https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/02/london-heathrow-cancels-nearly-half-of-middle-east-flights-amid-escalating-iran-conflict/ Mon, 02 Mar 2026 05:20:50 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=562806 EUROPE’S busiest airport, London Heathrow, has cancelled nearly half of all its flights to the Middle East amid the escalating conflict between the US, Israel and Iran. Airborne missile attacks have sent European and Middle Eastern countries into travel chaos, leaving passengers stranded and causing airlines to issue numerous travel warnings. London Heathrow Airport was forced to cancel 24 of…

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]]> Uk, Germany and France confirm coordination with US following Iran strikes https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/01/uk-germany-and-france-confirm-coordination-with-us-following-iran-strikes/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/01/uk-germany-and-france-confirm-coordination-with-us-following-iran-strikes/#comments Sun, 01 Mar 2026 21:46:11 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=562799 Germany, France and the United Kingdom have publicly confirmed that they are coordinating their diplomatic and security responses with the United States following a dramatic escalation in the Middle East, after Washington and Tel Aviv launched a major military operation against Iran. The coordinated reaction comes as Iran launched a series of retaliatory attacks across the region following the…

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]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/01/uk-germany-and-france-confirm-coordination-with-us-following-iran-strikes/feed/ 1 Missiles fired towards UK bases: could Britain be dragged into war? https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/01/missiles-fired-towards-uk-bases-could-britain-be-dragged-into-war/ Sun, 01 Mar 2026 11:26:03 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=562754 Two Iranian missiles reportedly fired in the direction of Cyprus, home to key British military bases, have sparked fears that the UK could be pulled deeper into an escalating Middle East conflict. The comments emerged on Sunday, March 1, as Defence Secretary John Healey said the UK believes the missiles were not specifically targeting British bases. However, he warned the episode shows how…

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