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Some Western-supplied air defence systems in Ukraine out of ammo at critical time, Zelenskyy says
The Ukrainian president has repeatedly called on the country's allies to bolster its defence systems to protect its critical energy infrastructure amid ongoing Russian attacks.
Exiled son of Iran's shah says Islamic Republic 'will fall'
Pahlavi has repeatedly called for intervention by US President Donald Trump, who has not acted despite several warnings to Tehran.
Louvre museum to charge non-Europeans more: Here are the tourist attractions using dual pricing
Dual pricing is already in place for various tourist tickets or fees across Europe and the rest of the world.
European Commission urges heavy industry to back 'Made in Europe' manufacturing - leak
The European Commission is asking business leaders to "support and sign" a French-led initiative to increase the share of European industrial production, according to a letter seen by Euronews. The EU executive's call comes a few days before the Industrial Accelerator Act is
Polish president slams EU as a 'fading star' while warning of Russian imperialism
One of Russia's goals, in addition to persecuting its own citizens, "is territorial expansion, mass murder and attacks on civilian targets, including hospitals and schools," the Polish president said.
End of an Empire: Kathleen Kennedy departs from Disney and Star Wars
The first post-Disney Star Wars dynasty is over. Kathleen Kennedy has officially stepped down as the president of Lucasfilm, the Disney subsidiary home to the Star Wars franchise.
Gaza air strike by Israel kills Hamas commander and four others
An Israeli air strike in Gaza killed five, including a commander of Hamas' Al Qassam Brigades. Hamas called it an assassination, accusing Israel of escalating tensions.
Lithuania charges six with terrorism over failed arson attack on Ukraine military supplies
The target of the botched 2024 attack was Lithuanian company TVC Solutions and mobile radio stations the firm manufactures for Ukrainian armed forces, according to prosecutors.
Lab-grown proteins for a hungry world - made in Europe
Food technology made in Europe is a global leader. What is the reason behind this success story? Euronews sent its reporter to East Germany to look for answers in Leipzig's "Bio-City".
‘Damaging to public understanding’: Spain warns of surge in online abuse towards climate scientists
Spain could begin cracking down on online abuse targeted at climate scientists after finding an “alarming” increase in hate speech.
Qatar’s banking advantage: Expanding pathways for global capital
As the World Economic Forum takes stage once again in Davos, Euronews will moderate a discussion co-hosted by Qatar National Bank (QNB), Commercial Bank Qatar (CBQ), Qatar Islamic Bank (QIB) and Doha Bank.
Germany returns stolen fragments of Bayeux Tapestry to France
Two fragments of the 11th-Century fabric were stolen from Bayeux during the Nazi occupation of France in the 1940s.
Europe is permanently vulnerable to blackmail — it must rearm
In recent months, the EU has suffered the most serious diplomatic defeats. This will only change in the future if the member states possess greater military power, Karl-Heinz Paqué writes in an opinion article for Euronews.
Italy and Japan upgrade ties to strategic partnership as Meloni meets Takaichi in Tokyo
The partnership between Italy and Japan — its third-largest trading partner in Asia — centres on defence and security, economic security and critical minerals, and cooperation in Africa.
Greek court clears group of humanitarian workers of migrant smuggling charges
After more than seven years of legal limbo, a Greek court has acquitted 24 defendants for charges related to smuggling migrants into Greece.
Winter Olympics will increase pressure on overtouristed Dolomites, local residents warn
This summer, Dolomite landowners ask tourists to pay a fee on one scenic route after 8,000 visitors arrived in one day.
Criminal probe raises key question: Will Powell leave the Fed in May?
Trump said on Tuesday that he hopes to name a new Fed chair in the next few weeks. But that could get held up by the criminal investigation of Powell.
'Alright, alright, alright': Matthew McConaughey trademarks iconic catchphrase to stop AI misuse
According to Matthew McConaughey's lawyers and an expert, this is the first instance of an actor using trademark law to protect their likeness from AI misuse.
Japan: Traditional rice pounding ceremony held in snowy Aomori village
In Aomori, Japan, women in kimonos performed the Taue Mochitsuki rice pounding ceremony amid snowfall, aiming for a good harvest and family protection.
Can a Nobel Prize be gifted or sold? Some have done it in the past
Although Machado's gesture marks a rare instance of a living laureate parting with their medal shortly after receiving it, it is not unprecedented. Rules state that Machado could give away her actual medal but not the honour itself.
Man accused of murdering woman and toddler in Munich car attack goes on trial
The Afghan suspect is accused of killing a 37-year-old woman and her two-year-old daughter.
War in Ukraine: How Kyiv copes with winter power outages
Ukraine faces another harsh winter as Russian strikes leave Kyiv without stable electricity or heating. Residents rely on emergency centres to cope with the cold.
Trump threatens new tariffs on countries opposed to Greenland takeover
The president made the threat while a bipartisan group of US lawmakers were visiting Denmark in the hope of easing tensions over the territory.
Taiwan touts 'best tariff deal' with US amid Beijing's objections
Taiwan had secured 15% tariffs with no additional fees for the automotive and wood furniture industries, and no tariffs for some components used in the aerospace industry.
Governing with foresight: Designing institutions for the next decades
As the World Economic Forum once again brings state and corporate leaders together in Davos, Euronews will moderate a panel discussion organised by the National Planning Council at the Qatar Pavilion.
Fact check: Is Ursula von der Leyen 'auto-increasing' her own salary?
Recent claims circulating on social media allege that European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has been “automatically increasing” her own salary. The Cube examined the claims to clarify how the salaries of EU officials are actually determined.
Latest news bulletin | January 16th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this January 16th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Why Estonia’s poster girl for democracy is still targeted long after court ruling
Her no.1 bestseller accused Estonia’s elite of corruption, and a short while later she was convicted in a high-profile NGO cash scandal. But the jailing of Anna-Maria Galojan has refused to silence her, even as the attacks continue. This is the story of how she went from Reform
The Donroe Doctrine’s roving eye might eventually look eastward
It’s a new dawn for foreign policy in America. Gone are the days of terse State Department statements one has to read between the lines to deduce policy objectives. Today, those objectives are telegraphed weeks in advance, blasted over X, and repeated ad nauseum to journalist
Eurovision Song Contest announces first-ever tour as it faces boycott over Israel participation
The Europe-wide tour announcement comes amid growing controversy, with several countries boycotting the contest due to Israel's participation.
Washington warns Tehran 'all options are on the table' in emergency UN Security Council session
Trump remains open to military intervention if Tehran continues to exact lethal force on protesters in the ongoing nationwide demonstrations, US representatives told the UN Security Council on Thursday.
Wikipedia signs deals with Amazon, Meta, Microsoft, saying AI firms should pay 'fair share'
The founder of the platform says large language models have been ‘hammering’ Wikipedia’s servers and AI companies should “chip in and pay fair share”.
Slovakia's Fico to meet Trump in Florida on Saturday with nuclear plant deal in focus
Slovakia's Prime Minister will meet with US President Trump in Mar-a-Lago on Saturday with plans for a nuclear energy deal in focus. Fico is politically aligned with the MAGA agenda from Ukraine to migration.
Migrant returns: Which EU countries are increasing repatriations?
Migrant returns increased by nearly a fifth, but a significant gap remains between the number of repatriation orders issued and those carried out.
'I've never felt such malice': Julio Iglesias denies sexual abuse allegations
After days of controversy, the legendary Spanish singer has broken his silence on social media to categorically deny claims by two former female employees. The case is now being investigated by Spain’s National Court.
Julio Iglesias denies sexual assault allegations
In a statement, the Spanish singer says the allegations are "absolutely false and deeply sadden me".
Bears cast for 76th Berlin Film Festival using traditional bronze techniques
Germany’s Berlinale film festival is preparing its iconic bear trophies at a small foundry in Berlin-Charlottenburg, where the awards have been made for decades.
Argentine farmers look forward to the EU and Mercosur agreement
EU and Mercosur are set to sign a long-awaited free trade deal in Paraguay on Saturday, creating a vast tariff-cutting zone linking Europe and South America. Argentine exporters say they’ll save tens of millions yearly as a 20% EU meat-import tariff is immediately removed.
US-Denmark spat over Greenland 'not the end' of NATO, says Latvian defence minister
In an interview Euronews' flagship show Europe Today, Latvian Defence Minister Andris Sprūds sought to dispel concerns the NATO military alliance is in crisis over Greenland, saying he would "not over-dramatise" the situation.
European Commission issues €11 billion in its 1st syndicated transaction of 2026
On 13 January, the European Commission raised €11 billion of EU-Bonds in its 1st syndicated transaction for 2026. The dual-tranche transaction concerned a new €6bn EU-Bond maturing on 12 July 2029 and a €5 billion tap of the EU-Bond maturing on 12 October 2055. The 3-year bond
Watch the video: Who will win Portugal's presidential elections?
Portugal is electing a new president this Sunday, and for the first time in 40 years, we might not have an immediate winner. Who will prevail?
Commission disburses €464 million to Lithuania under NextGenerationEU
On 14 January, the European Commission disbursed €464 million to Lithuania, marking the fourth payment under the Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF). The Facility is the centerpiece of NextGenerationEU - the Commission's post-pandemic programme to support Member States'
Netherlands: Gas leak causes explosion and fire in central Utrecht
Gas leak explosion in Utrecht's historic centre injures four, damages buildings, and displaces 100 residents. Mayor says return may be delayed due to debris.
Japanese and Italian PMs discuss defence and trade in Tokyo on Meloni's birthday
Japan and Italy upgraded their relationship to a special strategic partnership, emphasizing economic and energy security and marking 160 years of diplomatic ties.
Newsletter: Inside the EU’s proposal for fresh sanctions on Iran
Also in this newsletter: Brussels insists it will work with the US on Arctic security despite Trump's threat to grab Greenland, and two dozen humanitarian workers are cleared of human trafficking charges in a symbolic case in Greece.
Global and European temperatures in 2025 ranked as the third-highest on record, Copernicus report finds
Global temperatures in 2025 ranked as the third-highest on record, according to data from EU's Copernicus Global Climate Highlights report published today. This year sat just 0.01°C below the levels seen in 2023, and while 2024 remains the warmest year ever documented, 2025
Film of the Week: 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple - a dazzling dance with the devil
'The Bone Temple', the second entry into the '28 Years' trilogy, is a brutal and beautiful film that clings to kindness in a world corrupted by rage.
Venezuela’s Machado presents Trump with her Nobel Peace Prize during White House meeting
Trump confirmed on social media that Machado had left the medal for him to keep, saying it was an honour to meet her.
EU commits to strengthening partnership with Lebanon
During their joint visit to Beirut, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa met with President of the Republic of Lebanon Joseph Aoun and Prime Minister Nawaf Salam. On the first anniversary of President Aoun's nomination,