Ukraine: Russian strike on Odesa kills 2, hits hospitals and schools overnight
Ukraine said Russian forces struck the Black Sea port city of Odesa overnight on 23 to 24 April 2026, killing at least two people and injuring more than a dozen.
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Eurovision crisis: Slovenia to broadcast films about Palestine instead of this year's Eurovision
Slovenia joins Ireland and Spain in not broadcasting this year’s Eurovision Song Contest after a decision to boycott the live event over Israel’s participation.
Join the European Parliament and Commission for the High-Level Event on Housing
This joint high-level event on housing hosted by the European Parliament's Special Committee on the Housing Crisis in the EU (HOUS) and the European Commission's Housing Task Force will mark the progress made since the publication of the European Affordable Housing Plan in
At first summit without Orbán, Zelenskyy rejects “symbolic” EU membership
Also in this newsletter: EU approves €90 billion loan for Ukraine after Hungary lifts controversial veto.
Russian soldiers should be banned from Schengen ‘for life’, Estonian PM tells Euronews
Most of the Russian soldiers are "criminals" and should be kept out of the Schengen area for good, Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal told Euronews. "Do you want these guys near your home? No, you don't."
#ForOurPlanet 2026 kicks off with call to bring nature back to life
The fourth year of the annual campaign focuses on biodiversity and nature. The European Commission and the European External Action Service (EEAS) today (22 April) launched the latest #ForOurPlanet campaign, and this year, it's all about nature restoration. Nature gives us
20,000 teddy bears in Washington highlight abducted Ukrainian children
A sea of 20,000 teddy bears on the US National Mall highlights Ukrainian children abducted since 2021, urging action as the war’s toll on families grows.
Armenia marks 111th anniversary of Armenian genocide in Yerevan
Armenia marked the 111th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide on 23 and 24 April 2026 with marches and ceremonies in Yerevan, drawing thousands of participants.
Electrifying EU is the answer
The Renew Europe Group is pleased that the European Commission has taken our priorities onboard in today's announcements. We call for EU leaders to join forces in the informal Council starting tomorrow and commit to the deployment of an immediate, coordinated and deeply
Europe Today: Charles Michel speaks to Euronews as EU leaders hold crisis talks in Cyprus
Tune in to Europe Today, Euronews' flagship morning programme at 8 am Brussels time. In just 20 minutes, we bring you up to speed on the biggest news of the day.
EU’s heavyweights Germany and Italy block proposal to suspend EU-Israel landmark agreement
At the Foreign Affairs Council in Luxembourg, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul (pictured) expressed his opposition to sanctions against Israel and to the suspension of the EU-Israel Association Agreement, describing the call by Spain, Ireland and Slovenia
Rising to the challenge: Hermès wants to make its men's watches as famous as its bags and silks
Hermès Executive Vice President Guillaume des Seynes wants more men to buy the brand's watches in the French firm's stores in order to emulate its enormous success with silks and leathers.
Paris animal hospital offers ‘a second chance’ to swans, fox cubs and hedgehogs injured by humans
Over the past year, the Maisons-Alfort Wildlife Veterinary Hospital has cared for more than 10,400 wild animals.
Average of 47 women and girls killed daily between 2023-2025 during Israel's war in Gaza, UN says
From becoming the head of a household and facing challenges linked to housing and land rights, to restricted access to essential healthcare and reproductive services, how are women disproportionately affected by war?
Latest news bulletin | April 24th, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 24th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Steve Rosenberg: Kremlin's tightening grip on internet fuels Russian discontent
Throughout Russia, internet usage has become seriously restricted. Citizens are drawing comparison to Soviet censorship and today's digital blackouts.
Inside Xiaomi's Beijing factory: The machine behind a smartphone made every 6 seconds
Euronews had a rare chance to step inside Xiaomi's Beijing factory, which is almost fully automated and reveals the manufacturing muscle behind a brand seeking to challenge Apple and Samsung at the premium end of the global smartphone market.
Travel in bloom: These are the best flower tourism destinations to visit in 2026
Wildflower tourism has become a popular travel trend with visitors flocking to in-bloom destinations around the world.
How is the Iran war changing the way Europeans travel?
Jet-setting appetites among Europeans may have climbed, but tensions in the Middle East mean more travellers are concerned about safety when considering going abroad.
Iran war sparks push to transform Syria into global energy corridor
Washington is reportedly exploring a plan to turn Syria into a key energy corridor, linking their pipelines to Turkey and Europe.
Israel celebrates but knows it is fighting for survival
It has been a year of explosions, war, runs to shelters and missile attacks—and it may continue. Today is still the continuation of two-and-a-half years of continuous war: first with Hamas, twice with Hezbollah, and twice with the ultimate enemy, Iran, JNS, writes Fiamma
Record numbers of foreign doctors fill Spain's healthcare gaps. But is it enough?
Medical degrees account for almost 80% of the homologations of foreign studies in Spain. The government defends the system as a response to demand, while professionals warn that the problem is not a lack of doctors, but working conditions and planning.
Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire extended by three weeks, Trump says
Trump said Israel and Lebanon agreed to extend the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire, which was set to expire on Monday, by three weeks. Meanwhile, the US and Iran persist in its tense standoff in the Strait of Hormuz.
‘Decoupling from fossil fuel shocks’: Europe’s electricity made 25% cheaper thanks to solar and wind
Data also shows that price impacts grow stronger when more renewables come online.
Headscarf with a beret: Muslim designers showcase floral dresses and boxy streetwear in Paris
Some young attendees say the event demonstrated a more inclusive French culture taking shape.
French economic gloom from the Iran war could mean a heavy political price
The costs are only rising for France from Iran’s war with the US and Israel: security and military losses, economic shocks, especially around energy, to say nothing of diplomatic friction with allies, and rising domestic political tension that some fear could further promote
Housing crisis - a test for Europe's social stability? MEPs clash in The Ring
In this new edition of The Ring, broadcast from the European Parliament in Brussels, MEPs Dirk Gotink (EPP) and Maria Ohisalo (Greens) go face-to-face on the growing housing crisis in Europe.
Israel awaiting US green light to 'return Iran to Stone Age,' defence minister says
The war has spilled out of Iran and engulfed the region, leaving several thousand people dead, mainly in Iran and Lebanon, and continues to destabilise the global economy.
Woman killed by bear in Polish forest, son and local government say
In an extremely rare fatal encounter, the 58-year-old was killed as she was walking in a mountainous area, her son told rescuers.
The EU needs to act smarter and not repeat past mistakes
The EU move to generating electricity from renewable sources has been impressive. In 2025 over 47% of the EU’s electricity was generated from renewable sources. In the third quarter of the year that figure rose to 49.3%. For the first time more electricity was produced across
Sergei Kamzin and Leonid Shorsher: Russian entrepreneurs whose story may matter to Europe
Sergei Kamzin and Leonid Shorsher are Russian entrepreneurs whose business careers are closely tied to JSC City Invest Bank, an active St. Petersburg-based bank registered by the Bank of Russia on 30 December 1994, holding a universal banking license. Their story may be of
Could Italy replace Iran at the 2026 World Cup?
Fifa has no plans to replace Iran with Italy at this summer's World Cup according to sources, after the switch was proposed by US President Donald Trump's special envoy.
Deadlock over as EU finally seals €90 billion loan for Ukraine
The EU confirmed its long-term commitment to Ukraine by finalizing a landmark €90 billion support loan. The loan was meant to become operational at the start of April, but had been blocked by Hungary over its disput with Ukrain over the Druzhba pipeline, which delivers Russian
UN 'working on' keeping presence in Lebanon after UNIFIL mandate expires in 2027
The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon has served fulfilled peacekeeping duties between Israel and Lebanon since 1978 but finds itself caught in the crossfire between Israeli forces and Hezbollah.
Ukraine needs full not symbolic membership in the EU, Zelenskyy says
With a €90 billion loan for Kyiv unlocked and a new package of sanctions against Russia going ahead, attention is turning to Hungary’s long-standing veto on Ukraine’s EU accession.
US still delivering weapons to Ukraine despite Iran war, Zelenskyy says
Meanwhile, three people were killed and 10 others wounded in a Russian drone attack on the central city of Dnipro.
Latest news bulletin | April 23rd, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 23rd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
These are the best European holiday homes to stay in this year, according to Vrbo
From a chalet in France to a villa on Mykonos, these stays are perfect for big groups.
Here are all the new European flight paths on the horizon this summer
For travellers still undecided about where to venture to in the coming months, these new routes could be the answer.
'Made in Europe' law should be limited to geographically close countries, leading MEP says
French liberal MEP Christophe Grudler, who will lead negotiations on a “Made in Europe” law in the European Parliament, told Euronews the European preference proposed by the European Commission to counter foreign competition in the EU market extends to too many non-EU countries.
Meta to track staff’s keystrokes and clicks to train its AI, report
Meta is reportedly using workplace tracking software to collect data from employees in order to train its artificial intelligence systems. The move raises questions about how far companies can go in using staff activity to improve AI tools.
QatarEnergy launches first LNG exports from $10bn Golden Pass project in Texas
QatarEnergy has launched the first LNG exports from its Golden Pass project in Texas, deepening its presence in the US and strengthening its position in global gas markets.
Pope Leo XIV ends Africa tour with open-air mass in Equatorial Guinea
Pope Leo XIV held a mass in Malabo, marking the end of his 11-day Africa tour.
EU leaders meet in Cyprus to talk Ukraine, Hormuz, energy and mutual defence
One of the key issues at the summit will be Article 42.7 of the EU treaties, which provides mutual assistance in case of an armed attack. Member states want to develop a playbook to know how the article works in practice.
Poland's growing role in the G20 global economic debate
Poland's participation in the G20 has become one of the key themes of the 18th European Economic Congress in Katowice. The government emphasised the success of the country's economic transformation and the growing importance of Poland on the international stage.
Stolen medical data from 500,000 UK volunteers advertised for sale on a Chinese website
The health data of 500,000 UK Biobank volunteers was advertised for sale on the Chinese website Alibaba.
Hair dryer trick behind €25,000 win? France probes potential weather data scam linked to Polymarket
Officials in France have launched an investigation into the potential compromise of national weather sensors after a series of anomalous temperature readings coincided with betting activity on Polymarket.
Ryanair customers will have to get to bag drop 20 minutes earlier from November
Europe’s largest airline has made the change to accommodate long airport security and passport queues.
US and Iran continue seizing ships in tense Hormuz standoff
The US and Iran continued seizing ships in the tense Hormuz standoff, with Tehran calling Washington's blockade a “ceasefire violation” and claiming it has been collecting transit fees for passage.
‘Turn short-term crisis measures into lasting reforms’: Experts on EU’s energy battle plan
Green energy organisations have praised the proposals, but underline that they need to be supported with concrete, implementable reforms in order to be effective.