It took the Kremlin nearly two weeks of protests in Iran to say "no third party" can change the fundamental nature of relations between Iran and Russia. In an Euronews interview, political analyst and Iran expert Nikita Smagin explains Moscow-Tehran ties.
In the past 12 months, the Conservatives have suffered a string of defections to hard-right Reform UK, including some former Cabinet ministers.
Baku is preparing for its role as World Sports Capital 2026, hosting major international events, expanding sports facilities and increasing participation across elite sport, youth programmes and social inclusion initiatives.
Four ISS crew members, including astronauts from Japan, Russia, and the US, returned early due to a medical issue. The SpaceX capsule landed safely in the Pacific.
The Airbus A321, which was carrying 148 passengers and seven crew, was directed to a designated area for inspection after it landed at around 11:00 am.
The IRGC is estimated to be a force of 150,000 elite troops, backed by a 600,000-strong Basij paramilitary network. In return for their loyalty, Tehran grants them a massive gold chest: a budget estimated at $6 to $9 billion, nearly double that of the regular army.
An expert says NASA’s statement is “consistent” with all of the other “anti-climate actions” the Trump administration has taken in the last year.
Iran’s protests are often framed as economic, political or ideological. Yet a deeper ecological crisis is eroding the fabric of society.
New package builds on an extensive sanctions regime against Iran, centred on travel bans and asset freezes over serious human rights abuses. The new measures will be presented as soon as today by foreign policy chief Kallas.
Morocco is in full celebration mode as the Africa Cup of Nations reaches its decisive stage, with football fever gripping both Casablanca and Rabat.
The SpaceX Dragon capsule splashed down off San Diego less than 11 hours after undocking, with four astronauts from the US, Russia, and Japan.
Europe’s largest economy returned to modest expansion in 2025, as stronger consumer and government spending offset weaker exports hit by higher US tariffs.
While Elon Musk’s company has said it is taking steps to prevent its AI chatbot from creating nude images of real people, the European Commission has yet to be reassured.
A surge in AI-driven demand has pushed TSMC’s profits and investment plans higher, reinforcing its position as one of the world’s most advanced semiconductor producers.
France says a 15-strong French military contingent has arrived and more forces will be there in the coming days.
Severe thunderstorms caused flash flooding in Victoria, Australia, with over 170 mm of rain. Cars were swept away, but no injuries were reported.
A federal immigration agent shot a man in the leg in Minneapolis on Wednesday night after reportedly being attacked with a shovel and a broom handle, as tensions between ICE agents and protesters continued to rise.
A collection of doctored reports shared on a pro-Russian Telegram channel has edited the voices of genuine reporters to spread incriminating false information about Ukrainian refugees.
Tear gas was deployed by federal agents and local police in Minneapolis after a suspect was shot in the leg. Authorities say the officer had been assaulted with a shovel.
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Media and human rights reports indicate that several footballers have been killed during Iran’s recent protests, developments that have once again raised serious concerns about the widespread use of live ammunition against unarmed demonstrators.
Uganda's presidential election on Thursday was marked by an internet shutdown, tight security, and long queues. President Museveni faces opposition from Bobi Wine.
A 2023 consumer survey found that 42 per cent of passengers would consider paying a fee to have the middle seat empty.
About 100 members of the Persian Jewish community in Israel gathered to express support for Iranian protesters, following several weeks of anti-government demonstrations. The participants voiced solidarity and called for freedom and political reform in Iran.
The deployment was announced the same day the foreign ministers of Denmark and Greenland met with US Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Washington.
South Korea's K-pop supergroup BTS are getting back together and their plans for a world tour have triggered a storm online as fans scramble for tickets.
While most EU countries encourage AI in education, citizens believe teachers should play a key role in supporting students in navigating the technology safely.
David McAllister, the influential chair of the European Parliament's Committee on Foreign Affairs, argues the parliament should not derail the ratification the EU-US trade deal to punish Trump over US threats to acquire Greenland in an interview with Euronews.
Earlier reports said Erfan Soltani's case proceeded over just a few days without a fair trial. He was denied access to a lawyer of his choice and other legal rights from arrest until sentencing.
The 'Have your say' initiative comes from the European Ocean Act, which aims to strengthen and modernize maritime spatial planning as a strategic tool that serves and implements the European Ocean Pact’s priorities. It seeks to do this through increased cross-sectoral
Moscow has accused the unidentified man of being an undercover spy working at the British embassy in the Russian capital.
The move came just hours after the billionaire said he was not aware of any “naked underage images” made by Grok.
Executive Vice President Stéphane Séjourné has convened the first General Assembly of the Critical Chemicals Alliance (CCA) at Chemelot Chemical Park in the Netherlands. The General Assembly brings together high-level members of the alliance from industry, member states,
Thousands gathered in Sofia to demand fair elections and the coalition's resignation, citing vote buying, manipulation, and economic concerns.
Thailand reports a new construction accident near Bangkok on Thursday, a day after a deadly crane collapse on a train renewed concerns over site safety.
New secrets have been revealed about bathing culture in ancient Pompeii. Researchers have found mineral deposits under lava which suggest the city's famous aqueducts were influenced by the Greeks, thousands of years before the establishment of the Roman empire.
Also in this newsletter: how pressure is mounting on the EU to get tough on Iran's Revolutionary Guard, and the view from Cyprus as Ursula von der Leyen's team visits to mark the start of the EU Council presidency.
Did you know that in 2024, nearly 249 million, or nearly two-thirds (65%) of Europeans aged 15 or older, took at least one overnight trip for personal reasons? Or that most of them preferred to travel within their own country? In fact, 71.3% of all trips were domestic. And when
America’s military raid in Venezuela and the threats against Greenland are clear signals that this US administration rejects the very idea of multilateralism, the UN Charter and international treaties. Its withdrawal from UN agencies and the Climate Change Convention sent the
According to Japanese and Philippine officials, the new pact would assist both countries in responding to natural catastrophes, a shared concern, and taking part in UN peacekeeping missions, which will be an addition to facilitating cooperative fighting exercises.
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Greenland’s economy may be small, but its real value is tied to Arctic security and vast mineral reserves. Trump’s interest in it reflects US efforts to counter China’s dominance in sourcing critical raw materials.
The EU-Mercosur trade agreement cannot be implemented without the approval of MEPs, who are set to vote next week on a legal challenge against it.
For Lithuania, a NATO and EU member bordering Russia’s Kaliningrad exclave and Belarus, the war in Ukraine has not been a distant conflict. It is a warning. How is Vilnius preparing for a possible war with Russia?
With antisemitism exploding from Paris to London, and Sydney to Mississipi, Sylvan Adams, President of the World Jewish Congress Israel and the Region, has warned that Jews worldwide are facing a co-ordinated, state-backed campaign of hate. Speaking as part of the Critical
Nicosia in Cyprus was praised by European Best Destinations for its year-long programme of festivals and events.
Nicosia wins a major distinction at the annual European Best Destinations awards
An extra five minutes of exercise and sleep, and half an hour less of sitting could significantly improve people’s lifespan and reduce mortality, according to two new studies.
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Euronews Next sat down with Nvidia's vice president of the automotive team and spoke about how AI is changing the gears of self-driving cars, what it will mean for Europe, what we would do when we commute, and how it may change infrastructure.