European leaders press ahead with 'defensive' mission after Iran reopens Hormuz
Meeting in Paris, the leaders said that a neutral mission may still be needed to safeguard shipping and prevent renewed disruption in the vital trade route.
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These are the top trending rural destinations in Europe
From a charming lake town in France to a winter sports resort in the Upper Harz Mountains, these spots need to be on your radar.
'I understand when you say no to war,' Brazil's Lula tells Spain's PM Pedro Sánchez
Lula and Sánchez are both outspoken in their criticism of US President Donald Trump, who has threatened both with punitive tariffs.
Venezuela and EU set out roadmap for renewed ties amid political thaw
Following talks in the Venezuelan parliament, Caracas and the EU have agreed on a new cooperation agenda. The shift aligns with a broader economic pivot, as the nation resumes ties with the IMF and the World Bank.
Oil prices drop over 10% after Iran declares the Strait of Hormuz 'completely open'
Oil prices have dropped over 10% in less than two hours after the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz "completely open" for the remainder of the current ceasefire with the US.
Visiting Capri this summer? This new crackdown could make the tourist experience more relaxing
The chic destination has already capped tour group numbers and banned guides from using loudspeakers and umbrellas to reduce disruption for other visitors and residents.
Trump says 'thank you' after Iran announces opening of Strait of Hormuz
Iran and US declare Strait of Hormuz "completely open," but Iran adds that passage is on a "coordinated route" set by Tehran.
What to know about OpenAI's new model for life sciences research GPT-Rosalind
The GPT-Rosalind model is designed to accelerate biological research and drug discovery.
Euronews Culture's Film of the Week: 'Lee Cronin's The Mummy' - A successful exhumation?
Waking the undead is never a great shout. Lee Cronin delivers a very icky and overlong take on ancient evil - and despite several bum notes, some gore hounds will find plenty to get under their teeth.
Deep inside the heart: the innovative catheter designed to revolutionise the treatment of arrhythmia
Clinical studies are underway to test an innovative catheter that’s able to accurately and safely heal unhealthy heart tissue with single, shorter energy pulses. A technological breakthrough designed, manufactured and tested in the European Union.
Italy: 25 hostages freed as Naples bank gang vanishes underground
A group of three masked robbers held 25 people hostage during a bank heist in Naples on Thursday 16 April 2026 before escaping through a tunnel connected to the city’s sewer network, authorities said.
Military operation against Hezbollah 'still not complete,' Israel's defence minister says
US President Donald Trump announced a 10-day ceasefire on Friday after a meeting between the Israeli and Lebanese ambassadors, the first direct diplomatic talks between the two countries in decades.
Palestinians hand over suspect in 1982 attack on Jewish restaurant in Paris
Hicham Harb is suspected of directing the attack in the Rue des Rosiers and acting as one of the gunmen who shot at diners.
EU downplays jet fuel shortage risks despite IEA warning
EU officials and the International Energy Agency have contrasting narratives over jet fuel supply. While the European commission minimises the risk, it acknowledges that the market remains “tight” and says the EU is prepared to respond appropriately.
Nearly 900 Rohingya refugees dead and missing in shipwrecks in 2025, UNHCR says
The Rohingya mainly leave from huge camps in Bangladesh, where more than 1 million refugees forced to flee across the border from Myanmar's Rakhine state live in squalid conditions.
EU tobacco tax debate intensifies as illicit cigarette market surges
The European Union is facing mounting scrutiny over its tobacco taxation and regulatory policies, as new data reveals a sharp rise in counterfeit cigarette production and consumption across the bloc—costing governments an estimated €14.9 billion in lost revenues last year
A new airport has opened in Greenland and it's a gateway to the lesser-visited south
The airport in Qaqortoq replaces Narsarsuaq – around 60 kilometres away – as the primary access point, significantly reducing travel time to the southern hub of Greenland.
Hormuz standoff shows no signs of letting up for vital shipping to resume from Gulf
Maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz remained at minimal levels on Friday resulting in a giant parking lot, as the US-Iran standoff continues with the same cautious approach since Monday.
These are the most luxurious new hotels around the world, according to Travel + Leisure
This year’s ‘It List’ includes a €11,000 a night hotel in the Maldives, a six-suite tented camp in South Africa and a luxury ecolodge overlooking India’s second highest peak.
Flying soon? What the jet fuel crisis means for travellers and airlines
Jet fuel prices have roughly doubled since the war in Iran began – and shortages could start next.
Germany’s Affordable Art Fair draws crowds with artworks under €500
Germany is hosting the Affordable Art Fair Berlin from 16 to 19 April 2026. The event brings together dozens of galleries and focuses on artworks priced under €500, aiming to broaden access to contemporary art.
Rights groups in Sweden slam government 'honest living' proposal for migrants
The Swedish Refugee Law Centre, an organisation that provides legal assistance to asylum seekers, says the proposals will make the process for residence permits unpredictable.
European far-right faces uncertainty after Orbán’s setback ahead of Milan rally
The European far-right Patriots for Europe are facing uncertainty after Viktor Orbán’s electoral setback in Hungary raised questions about his future role in the party he helped create. A rally in Milan on Saturday will serve as an early test of the party's cohesion and
Did Apple remove Lebanon’s villages from its maps? It says they were never there
Claims that the US tech giant, Apple, intentionally erased settlement names in southern Lebanon recently went viral. The tech giant says they were never included.
After Hungary, will the Budapest effect spread to Bulgaria as the country prepares to vote Sunday?
Polling suggests former President Rumen Radev’s new outfit Progressive Bulgaria could secure first place. His rise has fueled comparisons to Hungary and Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. Yet the parallel cuts both ways.
Venice is threatened by rising sea levels. Will the city be forced to relocate?
Scientists warn that no adaptation measure can sustain Venice as rising sea levels threaten to swallow the city.
Podcast| Will Péter Magyar be able to break with Orbán’s legacy?
Péter Magyar’s conservative Tisza party secured a two-thirds majority in Hungary’s parliamentary elections last Sunday. What does his victory mean for Hungary and the European Union?
Latest news bulletin | April 17th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 17th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
False prophet: Did Pete Hegseth really quote a fake Bible verse from Tarantino’s 'Pulp Fiction'?
US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth mistakenly presented the made-up scripture as genuine Bible verse - and he's being trolled for quoting the gospel of Quentin Tarantino.
Three charged over attempted arson on Persian-language TV channel, UK police say
Iran International is one of several Persian‑language outlets critical of Iran's clerical leadership operating from abroad.
London metals index at record high amid aluminium supply squeeze fear
The London Metal Exchange’s benchmark has climbed to a fresh record as aluminium prices surge on fears of a severe and lasting shortfall in global supply following disruptions in the Middle East.
Iran war energy shock drives nuclear power plans in Asia and Africa
The Iran war has exposed the fragility of global fossil fuel supply chains. Now dozens of countries across Asia and Africa are turning to nuclear power as their answer.
Philippine president says key suspect in flood defence corruption scandal arrested in Prague
The scale of the anomalies and news reports that showed the lavish lifestyles of some of the suspects sparked anti-corruption protests last year in a country where millions still live in poverty.
Over 430,000 entries later: Sony World Photography Awards 2026 crowns its winners
Citlali Fabián from Mexico has been named Photographer of the Year for her series Bilha, Stories of my Sisters - a project aiming to inspire young girls with positive role models.
EU offers COVID-style app for age verification
The European Commission has presented an age verification app aimed at protecting minors online. Announced by the Commission President, the app allows users to anonymously verify their age when accessing online services, with the goal of blocking harmful content without
China and Russia ties driving North Korean economic recovery, Seoul ministry says
China has long been the diplomatically isolated country's main economic backer, though Pyongyang has also drawn closer to Moscow since it launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
Escaped wolf Neukgu captured after nine-day search in South Korea
A two-year-old wolf that escaped from O-World zoo in Daejeon, South Korea, has been safely recaptured after spending nine days on the loose. The male wolf, Neukgu, was born at the zoo in 2024 and is part of an initiative to restore wolves resembling those once native to the
Listen to Lana Del Rey’s James Bond theme for ‘007: First Light’ video game
Lana Del Rey previously recorded a song for the film 'Spectre' but the track was rejected by the Bond producers. Second time lucky...
Ankara pushes deeper economic ties with Astana ahead of Erdoğan visit
Astana and Ankara aim to boost trade, diversify exports and launch joint industrial projects ahead of Erdoğan’s state visit to Kazakhstan, setting a goal of $15 billion in trade volumes.
Instagram, TikTok and Facebook: Which European countries want to ban social media for minors?
After Australia banned social media for under-16s in December, European nations are now debating their own restrictions as Brussels mulls a "European solution".
Four years of Gepard in Ukraine: How the vintage German weapon is proving its worth
Four years after Berlin's decision to deliver it, it has become clear that the once decommissioned Gepard tank is now a key system in Ukraine's air defence — and one of the most effective "drone killers" in the fight against Russia.
Netherlands Keukenhof draws global visitors for spring display
Netherlands opened its Keukenhof garden in Lisse for the 2026 spring season, welcoming visitors to an eight-week display featuring around seven million flowers.
Watch: Sunday elections — Bulgaria's fight for stable government?
Bulgaria heads to the polls this Sunday for its eighth parliamentary election in five years. The country is the poorest in the EU according to GDP per capita, and the electorate is exhausted by a prolonged political crisis. So, who is stepping in to fill the void?
Cameroon sees mass turnout for Pope Leo XIV visit as he calls for peace
Cameroon saw thousands of faithful gather on Wednesday 16 April at Bamenda’s airfield, where Pope Leo XIV celebrated an open‑air Mass and called for a “decisive change of course” towards peace.
Commission approves €3.7 billion Czech state aid scheme for sustainable biomethane production
The European Commission has approved a €3.7 billion Czech scheme to support the construction of biomethane production stations in line with the objectives of the Clean Industrial Deal. This measure will contribute to the transition towards a net-zero economy. The scheme was
Lebanon truce takes effect as damaged Qasmiyeh bridge reopens
Lebanon and Israel entered a 10-day truce early Friday, as the army reopened a single lane on the damaged Qasmiyeh Bridge in the south after Israeli strikes hit the key crossing linking Tyre to the wider region.
Europe-led coalition prepares mission to reopen Strait of Hormuz
A group of more than 40 countries is meeting in Paris to finalise early plans to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The France and UK-led coalition insists the operation will only kick in when the war is over. Countries say they are ready to send warships, personnel and demining
The need for... a trilogy: Tom Cruise confirmed to return for Top Gun 3
Paramount have announced that Tom Cruise and producer Jerry Bruckheimer are returning for a third installment of Top Gun, following 2022’s hugely successful 'Top Gun: Maverick'.
'The most majestic thing human eyes will ever witness': Artemis II crew on historic Moon mission
In their first comments to the media, the Artemis II astronauts speak about the wonder and fear of the historic mission.
'Ripple effects of Iran war could lead to other conflicts,' UN development chief tells Euronews
The head of the UN Development Programme told Euronews that the impact of the Middle East conflict is being felt "way beyond the region", and that, in the absence of a resolution, the groundwork for further conflicts is being laid.