Ortega hit back at Washington dismissing US pressure while the reform - which also extends presidential terms to seven years - still requires a second legislative vote before taking effect in January.
Nine candidate countries are racing to get into the European Union. Three of Europe’s wealthiest democracies are doing everything they can to stay out. Is the EU’s pull weaker on the continent’s richest?
Good morning, I’m Mared Gwyn. This morning, a warning from the Lithuanian Foreign Minister on the escalating threat from Moscow. But we start with the deepening crisis facing the Spanish government.
Surveys show that the cost of living, a deteriorating public health system, security and immigration are among Italians' top concerns ahead of next year's general election.
New US tariffs of up to 100% on drones and parts took effect on Thursday as Washington moves to cut its reliance on Chinese suppliers, led by DJI.
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
Good afternoon, I want to start with a simple message – thank you, this is a message for all of you, at my side or in the background. Dear Commissioner, dear Director-General, to the staff from the ERCC and ECHO, thank you for being here when Europe needs you most. As you have
The European Commission, on behalf of the European Union, has carried out an EU-Bonds auction on 31 August. The results of this auction are as follows: EU-Bonds13/10/20312.875% EU-Bonds12/12/20363.250% EU-Bonds12/12/20403.625% ISIN EU000A4EXVK3 EU000A4ERVC2 EU000A4EJF17
Her murder shocked the world and put Malta, the European Union's smallest member state, in the spotlight over its apparent rule-of-law failings.
Teenagers with inconsistent sleep schedules on weekdays and weekends may be more likely to experience anxiety, according to a new study.
Once seen as an old-fashioned way to travel, coach holidays are enjoying a revival. From luxury tours to DIY city-hopping, here are five European routes worth taking.
Local communities in Gilgit-Baltistan in northern Pakistan are turning to the Indigenous practice of glacier grafting as water shortages take hold.
Ireland and Romania are among Europe's most generous countries, according to a recent report measuring both the share of people who give and the proportion of their income they donate.
Once-rival criminal groups are being forced to work together because of a shortage of small boats, a BBC investigation has found.
If you are developing technologies that could shape the future of defence, this is your opportunity. Registrations are now open for the 5th edition of the EUDIS Defence Hackathon, taking place onsite from 15 to 17 October 2026 across eight locations in Europe. Engineers,
Maduro who has called himself a “prisoner of war” and his capture a “kidnapping” has requested all charges against him and his wife be dropped on grounds of diplomatic immunity. Their attorneys argued that only Venezuelan courts have the right to prosecute them.
The ruling is the second time Trump’s ambitious plans of abolishing a constitutional right were shot down by federal courts. The US Supreme Court earlier blocked an executive attempt at abolishing the right to children born to parents who do not hold legal residence status.
US officials denied accusations that the deal was holding Venezuela for ransom, stressing that it is mutually beneficial deal for all, developing an unutilised underground asset.
From 3 to 5 September, Granada hosts Neorama, a travelling festival for young talent, with 40 concerts in jazz, classical, rock, punk and electronic music.
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Spanish opposition parties accuse Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez of abandoning the residents of Ceuta.
For Macron, the visit comes in the final months of his presidency as he continues to push for greater European sovereignty, with Britain playing a key role despite Brexit.
His arrest in 2019, as he was sailing away from Malta on his yacht, sparked a series of mass protests in the country that culminated with Prime Minster Muscat’s resignation.
Daphne Caruana Galizia exposed corruption and money laundering schemes in Malta before she was killed by a car bomb in 2017.
The crisis deepened Wednesday after a leaked report alleging Moroccan forces helped push migrants across the border blindsided the government. Madrid denies having ignored warnings of an imminent breach.
All eyes are on the election in the small east German state of Saxony-Anhalt. A potential absolute majority for the far-right there could shake up German politics and rattle Europe. The beginning of a new crisis?
Police said two pistols and an AK-74 rifle were found in the suspect's vehicle, with initial forensic analysis linking the weapons to cartridge cases found at the scene.
The Dutch central bank removes some of its gold reserves from the US and Canada, saying it is because of "increasing geopolitical unrest".
Image source: Pexels Roulette looks simple from the other side of a screen. A wheel turns, a ball settles, and the table records the result. Recreating that sequence in a browser, however, requires several systems to agree at exactly the right moment. Graphics, game logic,
Trial runs of Frecciarossa trains in Germany and Austria are paving the way for high-speed links between Rome, Milan and Munich. The first services are planned for summer 2027.
Trial runs of Frecciarossa trains in Germany and Austria pave the way for high-speed links between Rome, Milan and Munich. The first services are planned for summer 2027.
'The reasons behind our opposition have not magically disappeared', Belgian Foreign Minister Maxime Prévot said as a group of EU countries tries to revive the idea of using Russia's immobilised assets.
A long-running institutional struggle over who controls European Union foreign policy has broken into the open, with EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas publicly acknowledging that the role of the High Representative has not worked as intended when decisions are effectively
Azerbaijan’s Sabah Football Club have unexpectedly qualified for the UEFA Champions League, making it one of its most historic achievements to date.
EU member states showed "broad support" for moving forward with a visa ban for Russian ex-combatants and tougher rules for Russian tourists, EU top diplomat Kaja Kallas said, as the Leipzig drone attack renews security fears.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte Photographer: Dati Bendo © European UnionEuropean Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Wednesday (2 September) that Europe and NATO would increase pressure on Russia after
Lawmakers from the European People’s Party and Patriots for Europe are accusing Pedro Sánchez of abandoning the Spanish exclave, as a press report suggests the mass entry incident was guided by Moroccan security forces.
The US Mint has issued the 2026 US President Donald J. Trump $1 coin, marking the first time a serving American president has featured on a coin made for everyday use, with the Mint saying the pieces are already in circulation and rolls and bags going on sale from midday
Awards, artificial intelligence, conflicts and climate change. Much of the opening talk at the start of the 83rd Venice Film Festival has revolved around geopolitics, propaganda and the future of cinema.
The EU is weighing a multibillion-euro Ukrainian request for PAC-3 Patriot interceptors as Russia steps up air attacks. Brussels hopes to approve the funding as early as next week, with talks also underway over a possible NATO contribution.
The docuseries debuts on Netflix on 27 October and promises "never-before-heard testimonies" from the actor's family and friends.
Kyiv officially notified international aviation authorities of growing risks to civilian aircraft over Russia, a day after President Zelenskyy urged foreign airlines to avoid its airspace.
Europe cannot afford to choose between climate policy and competitiveness or security, a senior EU official said.
A new study has found a strong association between mobile gaming addiction and musculoskeletal pain, with addicted students more than three times as likely to report neck pain and more than four times as likely to report elbow pain.
From Budapest’s famous ruins to centuries-old Belgian boozers and wonderfully eccentric drinking dens, these are the European bars where atmosphere, character and local culture matter more than polish, according to a new ranking.
Unsolicited password reset emails have hit X users after the launch of X Money, with the platform warning that hackers could be behind a wider phishing attempt.
Euronews Culture looks ahead to the last four months of 2026 and picks the hotly anticipated albums you won’t want to miss.
Chinese and Gulf state airlines are among those still using Russian airspace. Meanwhile, Russia says it will intensify its own attacks on Ukraine.
Russia is accused of growing increasingly reckless after Berlin blamed Russia for a failed drone attack on Leipzig airport.
The Icelandic EU referendum raised a number of important issues for voters, but also a series of unclear claims.