How day of protests unfolded as disorder breaks out across France
Demonstrations across the country turned violent, with cars and buildings set alight and shops ransacked.
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Historic Limoges town hall engulfed in flames amid protests in France
Limoges town hall, a 143-year-old building in central France, was set on fire amid unrest following nationwide protests over the cost of living.
Anti-government protesters battle with police in Albania
There were violent clashes between demonstrators and riot police throughout Saturday in the capital Tirana.
Violent clashes, looting and buildings ablaze in France as over 1,000 arrested after protests
Disorder broke out in cities across the country on a day in which more than half a million joined cost of living protests.
'No room for violence,' says Macron after rioters and looters hijack peaceful demonstrations across France
Macron pledged to capture all those who incited chaos and hold them to account for the crimes they’ve committed. Prime Minister Lecornu meanwhile stressed that limited public funds cannot endlessly go towards funding the damage the vandals cause.
Romanian F-16s shoot down two drones over Black Sea, authorities say
According to a Defence Ministry press release, two F-16s carrying out air policing missions were involved in the operation to intercept the drones. It later said the targets were "jet-powered attack drones from the Geran family."
Albanian police fire rubber bullets and arrest hundreds as anti-government protests enter fifth day
Violent clashes were reported in the capital, Tirana, where protesters threw stones at police, who responded with tear gas, according to Euronews Albania, as nationwide demonstrations entered their fifth consecutive day.
Protesters clash with police in Belgium as demonstrations turn violent across Europe
Belgian Interior Minister Bernard Quintin said on Saturday that the situation was "no longer simply a protest," calling it "pure and simple violence."
European diplomats attacked by Israeli settlers amid rising violence in occupied West Bank
Belgium’s foreign minister blamed what he called Israel’s “illegal settlement policy” for the attack and pledged to push for further European Union sanctions.
Euronews' crew assaulted by masked individuals while covering protests in Paris
Euronews correspondents in Paris covering the protests reported being targeted by masked individuals on Saturday’s major nationwide demonstrations following calls on social media to target media outlets and professionals to prevent coverage.
Protesters storm town hall and clash with police in France’s Marseille
Protesters broke into Marseille town hall and clashed with police during nationwide demonstrations over rising prices in France.
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'We are here to help them,' says yellow vests representative on joining students for nationwide protests
Two separate major protests – one led by trade unions, the other by students – were initially slated to take place in Paris on Saturday. Eyewitnesses say the protests have converged into one massive demonstration demanding government remedies to the ongoing crises.
Tourism office set ablaze during cost-of-living protests in Lyon
A branch of Lyon’s tourist office was vandalised and set on fire during nationwide protests over rising prices in France.
Portugal sees protests over cost of living and housing crisis as demonstrations sweep Europe
It comes as major cost-of-living demonstrations in France on Saturday turned violent as protesters clashed with riot police.
Pope discharged from hospital days after lung cancer surgery
The pontiff will give the traditional Angelus prayer and blessing in St Peter's Square on Sunday.
Hungarian PM Péter Magyar says Zelenskyy unlikely to visit Budapest later this month
Zelenskyy's deputy chief of staff told Euronews earlier this week that the Ukrainian leader had been invited to Budapest on 23 October, to join events commemorating the 70th anniversary of the 1956 Hungarian Revolution.
Rare pink diamond goes on display in France 100 years after amateur heist
The French royal jewel will be on public display for the first time since it was found hidden in an apple after a 1926 theft.
Pope Leo XIV leaves hospital following lung operation
The 71-year-old pontiff had been recovering in Rome's Gemelli hospital since undergoing a lung operation on Tuesday.
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Super tanker ablaze after striking mine in Strait of Hormuz, IRGC says
The IRGC navy accused the tanker of having turned off its positioning and radar systems in an effort to evade detection.
North Korea says it tested new AI-powered torpedo system
It comes after North Korea tested two types of underwater-launched strategic cruise missiles on Wednesday as part of what is believed to be a push to bolster its naval capabilities.
No money for Ukraine and EU budget cuts: What could a Le Pen victory mean for the EU?
Le Pen is campaigning on a platform that would reshape France’s relationship with the EU ahead of the 2027 presidential election, potentially setting Paris on a collision course with Brussels with far-reaching implications.
Trump signs executive order waiving new Russia sanctions package
Russian presidential envoy Kirill Dmitriev has called the decision to put the sanctions on hold a "significant and truly historic moment."
Video shows Norwegian teenager arrested over UK contract killing plot
A Norwegian teenager who travelled to the UK to carry out a gangland killing has been sentenced to 20 years in detention.
Dozens arrested as protesters clash with security forces in Paris
The French government stepped up security measures ahead of Saturday’s nationwide protests over the cost-of-living crisis, with student groups also expected to join demonstrations amid fears of potential clashes.
The world’s biggest fine jewellery factory: How Pandora aims to make more and pollute less in Vietnam
Pandora invested $150 million (€132mn) in a Vietnam factory, which it says will operate entirely on renewable electricity. The company also switched to using 100% recycled gold and silver in its jewellery production in 2024.
Trade unions push for EU law to address menopause at work
The European Trade Union Confederation wants menopause enshrined in EU workplace legislation, as the European Parliament examines the issue and the Commission stops short of proposing a dedicated strategy.
Smashing pumpkins: Annual squash festival draws thousands to Brussels castle
Organisers in Belgium expect 50,000 visitors at a pumpkin festival that will celebrate the wonderous ways of using the big vegetable.
Trump waives several Russia sanctions as row with Zelensky intensifies
The US president temporarily ends many restrictions on Moscow recently passed by Congress over "national security" concerns.
Europe’s sponge cities are turning rain from waste into a valuable resource
The EU is creating a ‘Sponge Facility’ to help implement nature-based projects that aim to make cities less prone to droughts and floods.
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Data centres are the new front line and Europe’s AI factories should slow down, says UN adviser
Data centres have become prime military targets and the drone strikes in Ukraine should force Europe to rethink where it builds its AI infrastructure, one expert says.
Trip designers, wellness and privacy: What's trending in luxury travel for 2027?
Next year, the luxury travel sector is set to be less about grand displays of opulence, and more about being intentional. From slower itineraries to privacy and dining experiences, here’s what the discerning traveller should know.
From fruit to bricks: Hong Kong engineers explore how to build houses on Mars
Engineers in Hong Kong are developing 3D-printable building materials that could one day be used to construct houses on Mars. Inspired by freeze-dried fruit, the team is combining sand, gelatine and genetically engineered yeast to create a concrete-like material under simulated
Trump 'completely wrong' to restrict support for Ukraine, Italian minister tells BBC
Defence Minister Guido Crosetto tells the BBC the US risks prolonging Russia's full-scale invasion rather than helping to end it.
Trial of German steakhouse heiress that sparked a huge spy scandal
For 15 months, a high-security courtroom in Hamburg has been hearing the case of Christina Block, accused of ordering the abduction of her children.
