Gulf braces itself for potential escalation with Iran
The Gulf is bracing itself for what could be a major escalation in the Iran war. Attacks against the UAE took place on Monday, the first since the ceasefire was announced in April.
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Portugal arrests further 15 police officers in ongoing Lisbon rape and torture probe
According to the Portuguese press, the victims were mainly undocumented foreigners, homeless people or drug users.
At least 18 killed in Russian strikes across Ukraine as Zelenskyy denounces Moscow's 'cynicism'
On Monday, Moscow announced a ceasefire during its World War II victory celebrations over 9 May, while Kyiv has said it will halt fire over 6 May.
Asian Development Bank announces €65bn regional investment plan across Asia
At its annual meeting in Samarkand, the Bank outlined a programme focused on cross-border energy and digital infrastructure. Officials detailed economic projections and new agreements while expanding regional investment priorities
Son of Myanmar's ousted leader appeals to Macron for help in securing proof of life
The military's 2021 takeover prompted widespread public protests, whose violent suppression by security forces triggered an armed resistance that has now led to a state of civil war.
EU trade chief urges US to ‘swiftly’ restore 15% tariff arrangement
EU Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič met US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer ahead of what is expected to be a tense round of negotiations between EU countries and MEPs over the implementation of the EU-US trade deal, as Washington pushes the EU to rapidly eliminate tariffs
EU's Kallas visits Baku to advance 'strategic partnership' with Azerbaijan
The EU's High Representative, Kaja Kallas, met Azerbaijan’s leadership in Baku for talks to advance what she called “our strategic interest” in connectivity between the EU, the South Caucasus and Central Asia, and to contribute to the regional peace process.
Kyiv slams Egypt for accepting Russian‑shipped grain stolen from Ukraine
Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said on Tuesday that Egypt has received a fourth shipment of stolen Ukrainian grain via Russia, accusing Cairo of violating its promises.
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Russian soldiers rehearse Victory Day parade amid fears of Ukrainian attacks
Russian troops marched through central Moscow during a rehearsal for the upcoming Victory Day parade, which will take place without heavy military equipment.
Airlines cut 13,000 flights and two million seats in May due to jet fuel crisis
Airlines across the world have cut thousands of May flights and scaled back capacity as the jet fuel shortage begins to bite, raising the risk of disruption for families travelling over the half term break.
End of conflict in the Middle East or recession in Europe, IMF warns
The IMF’s outlook for Europe remains closely tied to geopolitical developments. A prolonged crisis risks tipping Europe into recession.
French political row over calls for overhaul and €1bn cuts at public broadcaster
A parliamentary committee of enquiry levelled charges of left-wing bias at state-owned France Télévisions and Radio France.
EU split over market supervision threatens competitiveness plans
Despite intensifying debate in Brussels on reaching agreement over more harmonised rules for capital markets supervision, member states remain divided, risking delays to Europe’s competitiveness agenda.
Ukraine strikes Russian military facility more than 1,000 kilometres into Moscow's territory
Ukraine launched a long-range strike against Russia’s military site over 1,000 km from its border, just days before Moscow’s Victory Day parade.
Moose were hunted to extinction in Germany. Now they're returning thanks to Polish conservationists
Moose can cover distances of up to 30km a day.
Simeone and Arteta face off in quest for Champions League glory
Atlético Madrid and Arsenal meet tonight in London for a match that will decide who gets to play in the Champions League final, with each team's head coach going into the game with a point to prove.
Wales’ finest (and most underestimated) musical export: An introduction to Super Furry Animals
Heard of them? Good. In the purge, you survive. "Super Furry What Now?" We've got you covered...
Fewer tanks, same tensions: Europe bristles at Putin’s Victory Day parade
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico will be in Russia for the country's annual military parade. Despite this year’s pared-back occasion – which many consider a propaganda exercise for Moscow’s military machine – the future of the exercise, and consequences for those that attend,
Iran should 'do the smart thing' and reach a peace deal with US, Donald Trump says
Meanwhile, Iran warned the US against any further escalation in the Strait of Hormuz, after a spate of attacks risked reigniting the war.
Star Wars in real life? Astronomers find 27 possible twin-sun worlds
These shifts, imperceptible to the naked eye, can be the gravitational fingerprint of a planet no one has ever seen.
Kissing babies, singing chansons: Macron touts Armenia’s 'new era,' stealing the show at EPC summit
French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit marked a visible shift for Armenia as he proclaimed “a Europe which goes from Iceland to the Caucasus” while being greeted with adulation — strolling avenues to La Marseillaise, singing Aznavour and receiving a medal to boot.
Cybercriminals gave AI a go — and came away disappointed, study finds
New research from the University of Edinburgh found that hackers had little success in using AI tools in their work, either directly in their scams or in developing more effective tools.
Heritage and high-end design: How İstanbul is reinventing luxury for the modern traveller
From Ottoman palaces to ancient rituals, İstanbul is redefining high-end travel by rooting modern sophistication in its deep cultural history.
Iran exits Venice Biennale as tensions remains high in Middle East
The Islamic Republic of Iran has withdrawn from the 2026 Venice Biennale just days before the opening exhibition as fears remain high of renewed conflict in the Middle East.
World Cup hotel boom may ‘fall short of expectations’, US industry association warns
A new report by the American Hotel & Lodging Association says anticipated demand ‘has not translated into strong hotel bookings’ and that domestic travellers are ‘outpacing’ international visitors.
Romania's pro-EU coalition collapses after prime minister fails no-confidence vote
Romania has faced a long period of instability and the country is grappling with one of the highest budget deficits in the EU, rampant inflation and a technical recession.
Can US law stop Trump from withdrawing troops from Europe?
A 2026 US defence law does not prevent troop withdrawals from Europe, but imposes consultations and justifications for major cuts that make such a move more difficult.
Cyclops, beards and a cute puppy: New trailer for ‘The Odyssey’ released online
A new full-length trailer has been released for 'The Odyssey', Sir Christopher Nolan’s 13th feature film and his first since the Oscar-winning 'Oppenheimer'. It looks mighty promising and shrouded in darkness. Literally.
WHO probes human-to-human hantavirus spread after cruise ship deaths
The public health risk to Europeans from the hantavirus outbreak detected on a cruise ship in the Atlantic remains very low, the ECDC confirmed, as investigations into the source and scale of the infections continue.
Spanish steel pipe maker Tubos Reunidos enters insolvency after 134 years
The emblem of Basque industry went from strong profitability in 2023 to near-collapse in 2026.
Ten years of Brexit: How have UK equities and the pound performed?
A decade after the 2016 referendum, the FTSE 100 has trailed Wall Street and continental Europe, the pound is weaker against the dollar and the euro, and roughly $160 billion has been pulled from UK equity funds. The story, however, is no longer one-way.
Russian attacks kill at least 20 ahead of rival ceasefires proposed by Kyiv and Moscow
Kyiv said it would begin a truce on 6 May and then "act symmetrically" after Moscow declared a pause for its Victory Day parade.
This airline will pay pilots up to $100,000 a year to move, not fly, aircraft
British Airways is recruiting experienced wide-body pilots to taxi aircraft between terminals at Chicago O’Hare, for one of the most unusual aviation jobs out there, offering a decent salary without ever taking off.
Sweden announces new spy agency in rethink prompted by war in Ukraine
Stockholm dropped two centuries of military non-alignment and joined NATO in the wake of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Saydnaya residents demand links between notorious Syrian prison and holy city must end
Residents of Saidnaya reject linking the town to a nearby military prison, saying the label damages its identity as a city that is home to miracles and a sacred shrine and obscures its actual history of peaceful coexistence.
Nine killed in central Colombia mine explosion caused by gas buildup
Mining accidents are common in central Colombia, where dozens of small operators run coal and emerald mines.
NATO still in the dark over US plans to withdraw 5,000 troops
The US has not specified to NATO which operations will be impacted as part of the Pentagon's decision to remove 5,000 soldiers from German territory. European nations have been preparing for an eventual change in US force posture, but were not consulted before this announcement.
Singapore Airlines to roll out Starlink internet connection on select aircraft from 2027
High-speed WiFi will be offered to all passengers for free, provided they are a member of the airline’s frequent flyer programme.
EU finance ministers urge caution amid Trump tariff threats and trade tensions
EU finance ministers meeting in Brussels on Monday and Tuesday sought to downplay US president Donald Trump’s fresh tariff threats. Some viewed his announcement as yet another post on social media by the US President.
EU rules fuel Cyprus culling clash as farmers threaten protests
Protests are looming in Cyprus as farmers oppose mass culling and demand alternative EU measures. The Veterinary Association says NO.
No, the Netherlands didn't 'legalise illegal migration' — what the Senate really decided
The Dutch Senate recently rejected a hardline asylum bill, which some are interpreting as overruling the notion that irregular migrants are "illegal" in the eyes of the law.
'We should never have signed this trade deal with the US,' leading MEP says
French MEP Aurore Lalucq argues that Donald Trump’s recent tariff threats, which she considers a violation of the EU–US trade agreement, show the EU should not have agreed to the deal, highlighting divisions within the Socialists & Democrats.
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Orthodox Jews celebrate Lag BaOmer holiday in Jerusalem
Crowds gather around bonfires in Jerusalem to celebrate the Orthodox Jewish holiday of Lag BaOmer.
Blackout blame game: Spain targets energy firms as Portugal’s EDP pushes back
The Spanish competition authority has opened eight new enquiries in its investigation into the blackout and EDP is one of the companies mentioned. The Portuguese company denies any responsibility.
How Russia sells child abduction as rescue - and why some still buy it
An opinion piece for Euronews by Maksym Maksymov, who leads efforts to return Ukraine's abducted children: He argues Russia's so-called "rescues" are a systematic campaign to erase identity and a propaganda playbook the world is still falling for.
European banks show mixed results as HSBC profits dip while UniCredit's rise
HSBC reported a slight contraction in profits while Italy's UniCredit surpassed market expectations as banking institutions navigate a complex landscape defined by geopolitical tensions.
Italy’s PM Meloni visits Baku to reinforce key energy links
During her visit to Baku, the Italian premier said she wanted Azerbaijan to strengthen its role as an energy hub between Europe and Asia, with Italy serving as "the privileged gateway to the European market."
Europe alone cannot rebuild global order, Brazil’s EU Ambassador tells Euronews
Brazil’s Ambassador to the EU tells Europe Today that a “functioning and durable new order” has to be rebuilt by all parts of the world, after Canada’s Prime Minister said on Monday that Europe would lead new order.