German artist sentenced to prison by Russian court for carnival display mocking Putin
Jacques Tilly has been designing and building floats for Düsseldorf’s Carnival parade, one of Germany’s best-known, since 1984.
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Latest news bulletin | April 2nd, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 2nd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Cherry-picking science: How Brussels buried the data that works
The European Commission has just published its evaluation of the Tobacco Products Directive — the legal document that will shape tobacco and nicotine policy across the EU for the next decade. It is supposed to be an honest assessment of what has worked, what has not, and what
Brussels festival unveils rare Art Deco and Art Nouveau gems
Around sixty historic buildings in Belgium opened their doors to visitors throughout March as part of the Brussels Art Nouveau & Art Deco (BANAD) festival.
Over 40 countries launch coalition to secure Strait of Hormuz after the war
The multinational coalition will pursue "the collective mobilisation of our full range of diplomatic and economic tools" to enable a "safe and sustained opening" of the Strait of Hormuz, said the British foreign secretary.
Israel’s military stretched thin by regional wars and settler violence
Amid reports of troop deployment to the West Bank to contain settler violence and warnings of manpower shortage by Israel's top general, Euronews spoke to two Israeli experts to gauge the pressure on the country's security and internal stability.
Over 1.6 million Ukrainians returned home to frontline areas despite Russian attacks, report shows
Feeling homesick outweighs the risk of living in frontline areas for over 1.6 million Ukrainians who have returned home despite constant Russian attacks. ‘Save the Children’ researchers stated that “going back to a warzone is never a choice anyone makes lightly.”
French municipal elections hit with foreign interference allegations
Following his defeat in the Toulouse municipal election, left-wing candidate François Piquemal has called for the vote to be voided, alongside a criminal complaint alleging foreign digital interference. The Cube takes a look at the claims.
Iran vows 'crushing, more destructive' attacks on US and Israel after Trump threats
The comments come after a prime-time address at the White House in which US President Donald Trump threatened to bomb Iran "back to the Stone Ages, where they belong."
Severe snow and floods in Italy leave residents trapped and damage infrastructure
Heavy rain and snowstorms in central and southern Italy brought down bridges and left people trapped in their homes on Thursday. Firefighters used special snowcat trucks to plow through huge banks of snow in small towns in the Italian region of Molise.
Ancient golden helmet recovered more than a year after Dutch heist
The helmet and three golden bracelets were stolen in January 2025, but one bracelet is yet to be found.
John Travolta prepares to take-off with directorial debut at Cannes Film Festival
Hollywood icon John Travolta will premiere his first feature film Propeller One-Way Night Coach at the Cannes International Film Festival in May
Quitting smoking: Cytisine can help and other tips
From cytisine to psychological paths, via drugs and alternative techniques: what really works to quit smoking and why it is easier to do so today
Azerbaijan-European Union Relations: Current State and Prospects
Whether in politics, the economy or energy security, relations between Azerbaijan and the EU have been developing dynamically, writes Dr. Matin Mammadli in an opinion piece for Euronews. Increased investment, technology transfer and visa facilitation would further strengthen
Austria refuses US requests to overfly its territory, citing its neutrality policy
US President Donald Trump has criticised European allies for refusing US military aircraft permission to use their airspace for operations connected to the war in Iran.
FIFA raises top ticket price for World Cup final to $10,990 during glitch-hampered sales reopening
FIFA raised its top ticket price for the World Cup final to $10,990 (€9,533) during the glitch-hampered reopening of sales Wednesday after the 48-team field for this year's tournament was finalised.
'Be serious... don't speak every day': Macron criticises Trump approach to Iran war
The comments were an apparent jab at the US leader's sometimes contradictory stance on the US-Israeli war against Iran.
These are the best destinations for solo female travellers – and two are in Europe
From the wildlife wonders of Costa Rica to the charming old towns of Estonia, here’s where you should be headed.
Air France-KLM in the race for Portugal's TAP with offer for minority stake
The deadline for submitting bids for the privatisation of the national airline TAP Air Portugal is this Thursday. The Portuguese government expects to receive three bids.
From Camembert to Gabietou: New tour lets you sample 100 of France’s most iconic cheeses
This 11-day tour allows fromage fans to experience the best of France’s cheese and wine regions like Bordeaux, Loire Valley and Burgundy.
Albania on alert after US warning as Bulgaria confirms Iran diplomatic note
Albania is on alert after the United States Embassy in Tirana warned of possible threats linked to the Tehran regime. Meanwhile, Bulgaria confirmed it received a warning from Iran over US military use of its airports.
'It was a hoax': Jonathan, the world's oldest tortoise, is very much alive despite death rumours
A viral post claiming a 193-year-old tortoise had passed away has been linked to a cryptocurrency scam. Here's all you need to know.
Videos show explosions after a series of strikes hits Isfahan in central Iran
Massive explosions and thick plumes of smoke rose in Isfahan after a powerful wave of strikes hit central Iran on Wednesday. The attacks follow earlier US strikes in the same region that triggered a large fireball. Tehran retaliates with strikes on Gulf facilities and missile
Trump undermining NATO by creating doubt about US commitment, Macron says
The US president has repeatedly railed against Western partners for not responding to his call to assemble a naval force to help reopen the crucial Strait of Hormuz, which has effectively been closed by Tehran.
Macron calls Trump's remarks on his marriage 'inelegant'
French President Emmanuel Macron has said Donald Trump's comments about his marriage were "neither elegant nor up to standard".
Russia fired record number of drones at Ukraine in March, new air force data show
Ukraine has sought to scale up its air defences in response, deploying cheap interceptor drones to destroy their Russian counterparts.
Pilgrims may soon fly directly to Mecca as airport plans take off
Plans for a new airport and metro system aim to improve access for the many pilgrims that visit Mecca annually, and ease travel within the holy city.
Sweden announces €800 million investment in air and drone defence systems
The investment would cover multiple systems, such as radar and anti-aircraft weapons systems as well as electronic warfare platforms.
Armenia’s unique salt mine asthma clinic faces closure as funds dry up
Armenia is home to a rare underground clinic beneath Yerevan, where asthma and allergy patients descend 235 metres into the Avan salt mine to breathe mineral‑rich air in a setting unlike any conventional hospital.
Europe and Africa look beyond aid toward a partnership of interest
For decades, Europe has been a key partner to Africa, providing aid development support and shaping governance frameworks, but critics say the model is out of step with a changing global reality.
Save Our Sites: UNESCO warns 'priceless' Iranian heritage is being destroyed by war
As the war in the Middle East continues, cultural and historical sites in the region are increasingly under threat sparking renewed calls from Middle East states and UNESCO for help protecting heritage sites.
International Fact-Checking Day: How to spot AI-generated disinformation
Do independent research, look for clues in the image and trust expert fact-checkers are good ways to identify whether an image could be AI-generated.
Germany to create restitution council to return colonia-era acquired cultural artefacts
Germany is setting up a council to oversee the return of cultural property and human remains taken from former colonies.
Latest news bulletin | April 2nd, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 2nd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Lebanon hit by fresh Israeli raid and Hezbollah response
Deadly Israeli strikes in Lebanon hit a building in Zebdine, near Nabatieh. The raid came as Hezbollah launched rockets and drones across the border and regional tensions deepened.
‘Very emotional moment’: French scientists react to Artemis II launch
French scientists in Toulouse watched the Artemis II launch with emotion, calling it a major step for lunar exploration. They highlight Europe’s role, future missions and see the Moon as a key step toward reaching Mars.
US lifts sanctions on Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodriguez
Washington has lifted sanctions on Rodríguez, boosting her legitimacy as a US-recognised leader and opening doors for closer oil and business ties.
Sahara dust turns skies red over Crete
Strong winds carried Sahara dust across the Mediterranean, turning skies over Crete a striking red and yellow. Scenes captured in Rethymno and Georgioupoli show the sun dimmed by sand, creating an eerie, almost Martian atmosphere.
Controversial Easter confessions: Maurizio Cattelan kicks off sinners hotline
For his latest work, Maurizio Cattelan wants you to confess... Absolution is at stake. To mark the start of Easter, as well as the 21st anniversary of Pope John Paul II’s death, the Italian artist has also made a limited edition of his most provocative and widely debated
Which European countries have the best salaries after taxes?
Social contributions can weigh as much as a third of the salary paid to an employee.
Iran war disrupts global aid supply, threatening life-saving operations across Africa
The Iran war is disrupting fuel and shipping, choking life-saving operations and pushing up hunger and poverty across Africa, Aid group IRC has warned.
Untaxed wealth of the top 0.1% eclipses assets of the poorest half of the world
The world's ultra-rich have stashed around $2.84 trillion (€2.47tn) in untaxed offshore accounts, a figure that surpasses the combined wealth of the bottom 50% of the human population, according to a new report.
'Shrinking-swelling’ phenomenon is putting 12m French homes at risk. Is climate change to blame?
More than half of the detached houses in France are under threat by rising temperatures, spurring the government to fight back.
Man dies in storm as Saharan dust shrouds Crete
A man dies in flooding near Athens as rain lashes several regions in Greece, while a Saharan dust storm enveloped Crete.
Powerful 7.4 quake hits Indonesia’s Molucca Sea, tsunami alert lifted
Indonesia was struck by a powerful 7.4‑magnitude earthquake early on 2 April in the Molucca Sea, off Ternate in North Maluku, killing at least one person and briefly triggering a tsunami warning.
In pictures: Artemis II astronauts embark on historic NASA mission to the Moon and back
Four astronauts have embarked on a high-stakes flight around the moon, marking humanity’s first lunar voyage in more than half a century.
Russia launches massive drone barrage on Ukraine as peace talks stall
Diplomatic efforts to end Russia's all-out invasion of Ukraine have stalled in recent months, in part because the United States has shifted its focus towards the Iran war.
Passerelles, Article 7, coffee breaks: How the EU works around the veto
The EU’s unanimity rule lets any single member state veto decisions, turning consensus into a power play. Now, the bloc is pushing back with whatever tools it has.
Commission issues guidance for pragmatic and proportionate rules on protecting wild birds
The European Commission has published guidelines for a pragmatic and proportionate implementation of the Birds Directive on the ground, while protecting Europe's wild birds. This guidance document provides practical advice to support member states and stakeholders in
Will the Iran war threaten the EU's green transition?
The European Union's climate ambitions could be delayed as the war against Iran is driving energy prices through the roof and raising questions of supply security. EU leaders maintain the conviction that the path to energy independence lies in more clean power and less reliance