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Emmanuel Macron is set to meet Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam amid rising tensions following the death of a French UN soldier in Lebanon. France aims to reaffirm its commitment to Lebanon’s sovereignty and the ceasefire terms, while discussions continue regarding future security in the region.

The European Commission has dismissed claims of imminent jet fuel shortages, despite warnings from the International Energy Agency regarding potential cancellations of flights due to geopolitical disruptions. Officials state there are currently no shortages in the EU, though assessments and preparations for possible supply issues continue.

Holocaust survivors participated in the March of the Living at Auschwitz on Holocaust Remembrance Day, honouring the 6 million Jews murdered by the Nazis. Revital Yakin Krakovsky highlighted a troubling surge in antisemitism, linking contemporary hate to historical atrocities, amid ongoing tensions from the Iran conflict.

Palestinian Foreign Affairs Minister Varsen Aghabekian Shahin has accused Israel of failing to protect Palestinians from escalating settler violence, suggesting occupation forces often support such actions. Aghabekian highlighted the urgent need for policy change to halt these violent practices in the West Bank.

US President Donald Trump has urged NATO allies to devise a plan within days to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, crucial for global energy supplies. Following talks with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in Washington, expectations for military deployment and action remain amidst European reluctance.

Pope Leo XIV condemned the US-Israel war on Iran, labelling the “delusion of omnipotence” as dangerous during a prayer in St. Peter’s Basilica. He urged political leaders to prioritise peace processes, denouncing the use of religion to justify violence and calling for an end to war.

The European Commission is contemplating a tax on excessive profits from the oil and gas sector as energy prices rise due to the ongoing Iran war. Pressure from Austria, Germany, Italy, Portugal, and Spain highlights concerns over energy affordability amidst the current crisis.

Dublin’s roads are disrupted by fuel protests, with major blockades affecting the M50 and causing petrol shortages at over 100 stations. Concerns rise over critical supplies and hospital appointments. The protests, sparked by soaring fuel prices, continue to escalate.

The European Commission has rejected proposals by Iran and the US to impose fees on vessels crossing the Strait of Hormuz, asserting that international law mandates free navigation. Affected companies retain discretion on any payments, amid ongoing shipping disruptions in the region.

European gas prices fell sharply by approximately 20% following a ceasefire agreement involving the United States, Israel, and Iran. This development has raised expectations for lower energy costs, although delayed savings for consumers may persist due to existing fixed tariff contracts and requisite market adjustments.