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US to strip alleged Bosnian war criminal of citizenship
Kemal Mrndzic did not reveal that he had been a guard at a camp where atrocities occurred when seeking US naturalisation, officials say.
Tourists to face €2 fee to get near Rome's Trevi Fountain
Visitors who don't live in Rome will have to pay to view the Baroque monument up close from February.
French court rejects government bid to suspend Shein e-commerce platform
A French court rejected the government's bid to suspend Shein, ruling the measure “disproportionate.” However, the platform must implement reliable age verification before resuming sales of adult products.
Latest news bulletin | December 19th, 2025 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this December 19th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Denmark blames Russia for cyberattacks on water utility and election websites
Denmark accused Russia on Thursday of cyberattacks on water utility that burst pipes and on election websites, the first time Copenhagen publicly blamed Moscow.
The hidden gem of the Canary Islands: La Gomera, Europe’s next eco-destination
La Gomera, the Canary Islands’ quietest retreat, is a 100% Biosphere Reserve offering ancient forests, sustainable stays and unforgettable island flavours.
Putin vows no more wars if West treats Russia with respect
Russia's leader said during a TV marathon that claims that an attack on Europe was planned were "nonsense".
French court rejects Shein website suspension over childlike sex dolls
The fast-fashion giant welcomed the judgement and said its priority remains protecting French consumers.
Christmas lights attract Lagos residents despite violence and rising costs
Nigeria is on display in a softer light as residents of Lagos gathered to see the city’s Christmas decorations.
Coup in Paris: How an AI-generated video caused Macron a major headache
The video rapidly racked up more than 12 million views after it was shared on Facebook.
Norway's crown princess likely needs lung transplant, palace says
Mette-Marit has pulmonary fibrosis, a disease that stiffens the lungs, making it hard to breathe.
Ukraine strikes Russian shadow fleet tanker in Mediterranean
Ukraine hit Russian-linked tanker Qendil with drones in the Mediterranean on Friday, marking the first shadow fleet strike outside Black Sea.
Turkey detains actress and seven others in major illicit drug operation
Istanbul prosecutors detained eight more people on Friday in an ongoing drug investigation targeting media figures, while releasing four high-profile suspects.
Mirziyoyev’s Tokyo visit highlights growing Uzbekistan-Japan ties
Uzbekistan and Japan discussed investment, trade and long-term cooperation during President Shavkat Mirziyoyev’s official visit to Tokyo. The agenda ranged from parliamentary dialogue to large-scale joint projects in energy, industry and technology.
Kazakhstan and Japan sign €3 billion worth of agreements
Kazakhstan signed over 40 agreements worth more than €3 billion with Japanese companies during President Tokayev’s visit to Japan.
Christmas travel chaos: All the European airport strikes to expect in December
Airport workers are walking out in protest of the 'Grinch-style behaviour’ of low-paying employers.
Farmers protest at Macron's second home over EU trade deal
France farmers protested outside President Macron’s home in Le Touquet, demanding the EU drop the Mercosur trade deal despite its signing being delayed.
How the EU's reparations loan for Ukraine fell apart at the eleventh hour
On Thursday night, EU leaders realised that their planned reparations loan for Ukraine – a proposal without parallel in modern history – could not overcome the obstacles in its way.
Doha Forum 2025: Global Leaders Push Dialogue Toward Real Progress
The 2025 Doha Forum gathered global leaders to confront the world’s toughest challenges, highlight Qatar’s growing mediation role, and unveil major development pledges. Under the theme “Justice in Action,” the focus was clear: turning dialogue into real, measurable progress.
Macron loses focus amid ‘dancing microphones’ before EU summit
Belgium summit sees EU leaders momentarily distracted as shifting microphones disrupt a press Q&A, prompting jokes and smiles from presidents and prime ministers.
Which EU countries have the highest education dropout rates and why?
Course difficulty and unmet expectations are often key factors, but mental health issues may also account for a significant share.
UNWTO: Uzbekistan ranks among world’s fastest-growing tourism destinations in 2025
Arrivals in Uzbekistan are up to 73 per cent compared to 2019, exceeding national targets as investments, visa-free travel and global promotion fuel growth.
EU Entry/Exit System: First phase of rollout leaves passengers waiting up to 3 hours at airports
A new report said the disruption at borders reflects the combination of several operational issues with the deployment of the EES.
Could bird flu spread among humans? Scientists show how it might happen
New simulations of avian flu outbreaks show how the epidemic could spread among humans.
Donald Trump’s new Patriot Games compared to ‘The Hunger Games’ online
Social media users and Democrats all responded the same way to Donald Trump’s freshly announced competition for next year’s 250th anniversary of the US: it all feels very “May the odds be ever in your favour.”
German neo-Nazi fugitive does not want to be a woman any more
Convicted German far-right activist Marla-Svenja Liebich, who changed gender before prison sentence, is applying for another identity change while evading arrest, Euronews learned in an interview with the fugitive whose whereabouts remain unknown.
In Italy, the “Land of Fires” continues to claim lives
In Campania, southern Italy, the “Land of Fires” continues to bear the scars of decades of criminal pollution. Illegal dumps, toxic fires, and soaring illness: Euronews reporter, Valérie Gauriat, investigated at the heart of this scarred territory, where residents’ anger shows
Putin touts battlefield gains, signalling war in Ukraine will continue
During his annual press conference and call-in show, the Russian president stated that his troops were advancing in Ukraine, the day after EU leaders agreed on a €90bn loan for Kyiv, avoiding the use of frozen assets.
France to miss 2026 budget deadline as lawmakers fail to reach deal
French lawmakers failed Friday to agree a 2026 budget in joint committee talks, forcing government to seek emergency legislation to roll over 2025 budget.
Average global temperature to hit 1.4°C above preindustrial levels in 2026, warns UK’s Met Office
The Met Office warns that 2026 is likely to become the fourth year on record where temperatures hit 1.4°C above preindustrial levels.
Pyres, Screams and Light: Here are the Best Albums of 2025
Join us for Euronews Culture's countdown to our favourite album of the year. How many have you heard?
Latest news bulletin | December 19th, 2025 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this December 19th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
TikTok strikes deal to keep operating in the US after months of uncertainty
The popular video app will continue operating in the US after ByteDance agreed to spin off TikTok’s US business into a new joint venture under terms aimed at protecting American data and national security.
Trump’s oil sanctions test legal limits with Venezuela tanker blockade
By deploying naval forces to intercept sanctioned Venezuelan oil shipments, the Trump administration is pushing the enforcement of oil sanctions into uncharted legal territory, prompting concerns in Congress and among international law experts about escalation risks.
Bank of Japan hikes interest rates: Is a global bond crisis looming?
The Bank of Japan lifted interest rates to their highest level in three decades, signalling further tightening ahead. The shift is reviving concerns over rising global bond yields and the risk of capital repatriation from Japanese investors.
US strikes on narcoboats kill five more in Pacific amid mounting Venezuela tensions
US forces killed five in narcoboat strikes Thursday, bringing the total deaths to 104 since September, following the US president's order to blockade sanctioned Venezuelan tankers in further escalation of tensions with Venezuela.
Misleading online claims oversimplify Bulgaria's government crisis
Claims online frame Bulgaria's mass protests as driven by anti-EU sentiment, but the reality is more complex.
Barack Obama shares his favourite movies, music and books of 2025
Barack Obama’s years-long tradition of sharing lists of his favourite cultural highlights continues. Here’s what the former POTUS has been listening to, reading and watching in 2025...
Greece rescues 545 migrants off Gavdos as Libya route sees surge in crossings
Greek authorities rescued 545 migrants from a vessel off Gavdos Friday, one of the largest recent operations as arrivals from Libya continue to rise sharply.
Bulgarian protests continue, citizens demand end to corruption and fair judiciary
Bulgarian protesters continue to demand political change and an end to corruption despite the government's resignation. The eurozone transition adds pressure to the situation.
EU Leaders Meet in Brussels as Farmers Protest Mercosur Deal and EU Agricultural Policy
As EU leaders gathered in Brussels yesterday for a crucial European Summit, the streets surrounding the EU institutions became the stage for a powerful demonstration of rural discontent. Thousands of farmers from across the European Union descended on the capital, bringing
Commission publishes first draft of Code of Practice on marking and labelling of AI-generated content
The first draft of the Code of Practice on marking and labelling of AI-generated content was published on 17 Decembder in line with the timeline to finalise the code in June 2026. Article 50 of the AI Act includes obligations for providers to mark AI-generated or manipulated
Euronews Culture's Film of the Week: 'Avatar: Fire And Ash' - An epic but tiresome rehash
Once again, the visual mastery of the Avatar franchise is undermined by an afterthought of a screenplay that this time boils down to: “Let’s fecklessly rehash the previous film but instead of focusing on water, let’s give fire some screen time. Oh, and a sky beam. Let's add a
Creative Europe drives billions in investments and boosts visibility of EU works
Creative Europe has successfully contributed to safeguarding cultural diversity, strengthening competitiveness and empowering the cultural and creative sector as well as the audiovisual sector to cooperate beyond national borders. These findings are outlined in the report
Russian bombs hit Zaporizhzhia, wounding 35 and intensifying frontline battles
Ukraine saw fresh Russian strikes on Zaporizhzhia on 18 December that wounded dozens, while Odesa endured its longest blackout of the war after attacks on power networks.
Record 2026 EU funding boosts agri-food promotion as Commission launches new food campaign
The European Commission has announced a record €205 million package to co-finance activities promoting sustainable and high-quality EU agri-food products in 2026, both domestically and internationally. The new promotion programme aims to strengthen the global competitiveness of
EU leaders agree on €90 billion support package for Ukraine at Brussels summit
Belgium hosted an EU summit ending with a €90bn Ukraine support deal, while divisions over the Mercosur trade pact forced leaders to delay a decision.
Launch of two satellites boosts reliability of Galileo navigation services
Two new satellites have been successfully launched, strengthening the EU's Galileo satellite navigation system. The launch took place from Europe's Spaceport in Kourou, French Guiana, aboard an Ariane 6 rocket. The new satellites add capacity to the Galileo constellation and
Europe Today: A dramatic end to the EU summit on Ukraine and Mercosur
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