Europe Today: Europe enters new security era as Spain's government hits new crisis

EU Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen says it's a new era for European security, one of rising hybrid threats. Meanwhile, the Spanish government is in disarray after a leaked report has revealed Morocco's involvement in the Ceuta crisis, and EU affairs ministers discuss the EU budget in Dublin.
Published on 03/09/2026 - 8:01 GMT+2
On today's show:
Angela Skujins breaks down the latest event in European security as European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen says the continent must brace for a new era of increased hybrid threats.
Shona Murray reports from Dublin, where European affairs ministers are kicking off talks on the EU’s long-term budget.
Also from Dublin: Interview with Lithuania’s Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys, following a meeting with his counterparts dominated by Russia’s latest attacks on Ukraine.
Maria Tadeo explains why the Spanish government has been plunged into a new crisis after a leaked police report suggested Moroccan forces played a role in pushing migrants into Ceuta in an unprecedented border violation.
Laila Humairah reports from Doha, Qatar on the Iran war following US President Donald Trump's remarks saying the US is ready to strike Iran “at any time”, but that the flare-up won't continue “too long.”
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