A major wildfire has spread through France's Fontainebleau forest south of Paris, prompting a large emergency response, disrupting road and rail traffic, and forcing authorities to deploy firefighting aircraft.
Funds will be used to create more police patrols outside synagogues and Jewish schools following a spate of hate attacks amid growing antisemitism.
The European Commission has preliminarily found Meta in breach of the Digital Services Act for the addictive design of Instagram and Facebook. The investigation focuses on features such as infinite scroll, autoplay, push notifications, and the platforms' highly personalised
Good morning. I’m Mared Gwyn writing on another stifling day in Brussels. The political agenda is also hot – today we preview a clash on Israeli settlement trade, a push for further sanctions on Russia, and an expected reshuffle in Ukraine’s government.
Hours after the US conducted new airstrikes in Iran, Tehran unleashed waves of major, simultaneous missile and drone attacks across the Gulf on Sunday. In Brussels, EU foreign ministers meet today to discuss whether to restrict trade between Europe and illegal Israeli
The EU’s foreign ministers meet in Brussels on Monday to consider proposals to restrict or ban trade with Israeli settlements, but some countries are privately accusing the European Commission of dragging its feet.
Europe signed an agreement to expand its energy storage capacity to improve energy security and keep prices competitive for citizens and industries. But what does the agreement cover? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot.
On 11 July, Europe paid its tribute to the memory of over 8,300 Bosniak men and boys who were killed in the Srebrenica genocide 31 years ago. Our thoughts are with the families of the victims of the genocide. We share the grief of those who endure the anguish of uncertainty
Face-like prints, special cuts and shielding smartphone pockets: Urban Privacy wants to hinder surveillance, while police increasingly rely on smart cameras.
Fifty people have been arrested and six clandestine tobacco factories dismantled following a major international operation targeting the production and distribution of counterfeit cigarettes across Europe. European and national law-enforcement agencies have dismantled two
The venue has a stage, two bars and a kitchen, with a total capacity of more than 300 people, as well as four fire exits, according to a Facebook post promoting a live show this month.
From Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' and Gracie Abrams' third album to the Tate Modern showcasing the works of influential Cuban-American artist Ana Mendieta - here's what to look out for this week.
A month-long Arctic expedition has revealed deep-sea ecosystems in an area being considered for mining.
Travellers are increasingly swapping long-distance transfers to Europe’s major tourist hubs for sightseeing opportunities in less popular destinations.
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 13th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Every year the international community gathers to remember the victims of genocide. The ceremonies are solemn, the speeches heartfelt, and the promise familiar: "Never Again", writes Dr. Ghulam Nabi Fai, Chairman, World Forum for Peace & Justice. On 9 July 2026, the United
Oil prices jumped and Asian shares were mostly lower on Monday after the US carried out airstrikes and Iran retaliated.
The fire, which officials described as "very virulent" and of "exceptional scale", began Sunday afternoon in the sprawling Fontainebleau forest about 60 kilometres south-east of the French capital.
Fermented fish, maggot cheese and slippery comfort food: Europe’s cuisines offer dishes that repel some and fascinate others, as Berlin’s Disgusting Food Museum shows.
BusinessEurope’s new president urged the need to deliver the single market quickly: “If we do not give some hope for the future, the political world in Europe will suffer.”
For decades Europe has tried to answer a seemingly simple question: what does it mean to be European? Yet the answer has never felt entirely comfortable.
The top-ranked Sinner beat Alexander Zverev 6-7 (7), 7-6 (2), 6-3, 6-4 on Sunday for his second consecutive title at the All England Club after his German opponent appeared bothered by a knee issue following a slip to the grass on a key point in the third set.
Iranian state media reported US strikes targeting large areas across southern and western Iran, including Qeshm island and Bandar Abbas near the strait, and in Khuzestan province bordering Iraq. Missile alert sirens also sounded at dawn Monday in Bahrain, home to the US Navy's
Firefighters gained the upper hand on the deadly Almería wildfire after days of battling the flames, as the blaze that killed 12 people and burned 66 square kilometres began to ease, allowing some of the nearly 1,500 evacuees to return home.
Israel will hold national elections on 27 October, the last date allowed by law to hold national elections. The Knesset is set to end its current term on 17 July.
Swimmers plunged into the Seine near the Eiffel Tower for the Open Swim Harmonie Mutuelle, the first major organised race on the river in nearly 80 years.
A look-alike contest celebrating Norway striker Erling Haaland drew crowds in downtown Miami ahead of the World Cup quarter-final against England. The event was organised by content creator Emma Kate Willman after she went viral on social media over her resemblance to the
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 12th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
The BBC's Nick Beake sees homes razed to the ground and "a sea of black" in Bédar.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is expected to be in Paris on both Monday and Tuesday.
Outgoing PM Yuliia Svyrydenko said she was proud of her work in office and that she remained "ready to serve the Ukrainian state."
The head of Andalusia's regional government said on Sunday that the blaze had been declared stabilised. 1,500 people who had been evacuated from the area were told they could return home.
Curiosity, emotional resilience and an active social life seem to be the key ingredients behind Sardinia's energised blue zone elders.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is often discussed for its potential threats to humanity. But humanitarian organisations are using it to predict hunger, map destruction and deliver aid without sending people into danger.
The EU will also host on Monday (13 July) the EU-Palestinian Authority High Level Donor Group, that is expected to include funding announcements and statements on the required Palestinian school textbooks reforms. IMPACT-se, the Institute for Monitoring Peace and Cultural
The unnamed pair were found semi-conscious with 40% burns after being trapped by the blazes raging through Almeria province, local media reports.
England beat Norway 2-1 in extra time on 12 July 2026 to reach the World Cup semifinals. Fans celebrated in London after a Jude Bellingham double sent the Three Lions through to face Argentina.
Rajoy's comment, an apparent reference to the fact that the French men's World Cup squad includes people who either have immigrant backgrounds or hail from former French colonies, sparked widespread condemnation.
Argentina fans celebrate in Buenos Aires after a dramatic 3-1 extra-time win over ten-man Switzerland sends the defending champions into the World Cup semifinals.
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 12th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Norway’s low-cost carrier lost its cheeky wager with British Airways after the quarter-final loss, but celebrated England’s win with a new flash sale on Norwegian and England destinations
Three cameras caught the moment people ducked then ran for cover in Sumy, in north eastern Ukraine.
Graham, a prominent Republican voice on foreign policy, had recently returned from Ukraine, where he met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv.
The reasons given by the Biennale were deemed insufficient, and the Commission has moved to withdraw funding over the reopening of the Russian pavilion, drawing harsh criticism in Brussels from the League.