Former French senator found guilty of drugging MP
Joel Guerriau received a four-year prison sentence, 18 months of which are to be served behind bars.
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Israel’s Foreign Minister Sa'ar visits Baku amid regional tensions
The Israeli foreign minister discussed cooperation in energy, defence and tourism. Israel supports Iranian protesters, while Baku monitors its ethnic Azeri population in Iran.
Rwanda says UK 'intransigence' forced it to sue over funding for scrapped migrant deal
The resettlement agreement faced a string of legal challenges, culminating in a November 2023 ruling by the UK Supreme Court that it was illegal under international law.
Shooting involving Border Patrol leaves one in critical condition near US-Mexico border
The incident comes after angry protests erupted in Minneapolis after the fatal shooting by immigration agents of 37-year-old intensive care nurse Alex Pretti on Saturday.
Draghi to join EU leaders at retreat to boost competitiveness, Costa tells Euronews
Costa has held a series on informal meetings bringing together the 27 leaders to brainstorm without the formalities of a European summit.
Men jailed for life by Russia for 2022 Crimea bridge blast plead for prisoner swap release
The bridge has suffered two further major attacks in 2023 and 2025, both carried out by Ukrainian forces as they push back against Russia’s full-scale invasion.
Dutch court sentences Eritrean man to 20 years in prison for 'cruel' people smuggling
Presiding Judge René Melaard called the case “exceptionally serious” because of both the nature and scope of the crimes.
EU lawmakers back declaration urging the bloc to lead in commercial fusion energy
MEPs from the European People's Party argued that fusion energy is a reality that needs to be explored and urged the EU executive to lay down a clear regulatory framework to attract investors.
Spain approves plan to grant legal status to thousands of migrants lacking right to stay
The measure will affect those living in Spain for at least five months and who applied for international protection before 31 December 2025.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy sets 2027 as target for Ukraine's EU accession date
According to an EU official speaking on condition of anonymity, Brussels is also floating the idea of 'gradual membership' to accelerate Ukraine's accession.
At least three killed in Russian strike on Odesa as Zelenskyy urges speedier diplomacy
A diplomatic push by the US to end the war has made some progress but has delivered no breakthrough on the key issue of what happens to Russian-occupied Ukrainian territory that Moscow is demanding.
'Time is of the essence' to build a made-in-Europe space policy, French and German ministers say
France is championing a preference European-made space assets related to defence, which some member states will probably be wary of given the need to rapidly ramp up the bloc's space capacity.
Latest news bulletin | January 27th, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this January 27th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
World pauses as it observes annual International Holocaust Remembrance Day
International Holocaust Remembrance Day is observed across the world on 27 January, the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, the most notorious of the Nazi death camps.
Spain plans to give half a million undocumented migrants legal status
The process will be available to foreign nationals without a criminal record who can prove they lived in Spain for five months prior to 31 December 2025.
French MP recounts trauma in trial of ex-senator accused of drugging her with MDMA
Former senator Joël Guerriau, 68, has admitted serving lawmaker Sandrine Josso a drink spiked with MDMA but says it was an accident.
Storm Chandra causes flooding and power outages across Ireland
Storm Chandra caused severe flooding across Ireland, with Dublin emergency services rescuing motorists from floodwaters. 30,000 people are without power.
'Doomsday Clock' set at 85 seconds to midnight, Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists says
The Doomsday Clock moved to 85 seconds to midnight, the closest ever, due to rising threats from nuclear weapons, climate change and disinformation.
EU Commissioner Virkkunen urges US to respect EU digital rules
In a wide-ranging interview with Euronews, Henna Virkkunen, the EU Commissioner for Tech Sovereignty, speaks about the possibilities and pitfalls of AI, the investigation into X’s Grok chatbot and a possible social media ban for kids.
France emerges as key holdout in EU talks on blacklisting Iran’s Revolutionary Guard
Despite reports of mass casualties in Iran’s crackdown on recent protests, France remains wary of adding the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps to the bloc’s terror list, saying the step would achieve little given existing sanctions.
‘Residents have reached breaking point’: Italian valley restricts access to famed photo spot
It comes after residents expressed frustration over traffic and tourists clogging up the town’s parking places and trespassing on private land.
Spain to grant €20 million in compensation to victims of deadly high-speed train crash
The crash, which killed 45 people and injured more than 150 earlier this month in southern Spain, was the nation's deadliest rail disaster since 2013.
TikTok investigates blocking of 'Epstein' and anti-Trump videos amid censorship allegations
The controversy follows a major restructuring of TikTok's US operations.
From Finland to Greenland: How cracks are appearing in the future of Arctic ice-breaking
Rather than making the Arctic easier to navigate, climate change is making ice thicker, more mobile and more dangerous in certain areas.
Berlin honours Levi family with memorial 'stumbling stone' plaques
On Holocaust Remembrance Day, the victims of the Nazi regime are commemorated throughout Germany. At the same time, anti-semitism in the western European country and across the continent is rising at an alarming rate.
What military hardware is on the USS Abraham Lincoln? The nuclear-powered carrier in the Middle East
The American Navy describes the USS Abraham Lincoln as ‘the largest warship in the world,’ which can support over 65 aircraft and 97,000 tons of equipment.
Eurovision crisis: Italian state broadcaster calls for Palestinian artist to perform
The proposal made by RAI board members calls for a Palestinian artist to perform at Eurovision 2026 in a “non-competitive manner”, a move described as a way to “balance” public discourse.
Watch the video: Should social media be banned for children?
France is officially at war with social media. And the battle cries are echoing all over Europe. President Emmanuel Macron say children's minds are "not for sale" and wants a social media ban for under-15s by September.
Bridging the Global North-South gap through infrastructure, innovation and investment
Connectivity is seen as crucial to bridging the gap between countries in the Global North and the Global South, according to Asian leaders gathered at Davos to discuss how southern countries can take a more active role in shaping global trends.
ICE agents' role in Milan-Cortina Olympics sparks criticism in Italy
Citing images of ICE agents that have dominated coverage of unrest in Minneapolis, Milan Mayor Giuseppe Sala said that ICE would not be welcome in his city.
Scottish vikings march through the streets for Up Helly Aa festivities
Hundreds of vikings in Lerwick celebrated Up Helly Aa with a torchlit procession, ending with the ceremonial burning of a replica longship.
Working while studying: Which EU countries have the highest rates and why?
Working while studying is not the norm for most employees in the EU. However, financial necessity and career ambition may motivate some to do so.
France invites Chad president in bid to ease troubled relations
Franco-Chadian military relations have been strained after Chad abruptly ended its defence agreement with France.
Rutte faces backlash for telling Europeans to 'keep on dreaming' about independence from US security
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte is under fire for his dismissive remarks about the idea of European separation from Washington's protection. "You can't, we can't," he said.
World Government Summit 2026 sets ambitious agenda to shape the future
Dubai has unveiled the World Government Summit 2026, set to be its largest ever. More than 150 government delegations, global leaders, and scientists will gather to tackle AI, climate and economic risks, aiming to move from ideas to action at a critical global moment.
Analysis: Promises unkept, lives lost — Iran's protests and global responsibility
Analysts agree Iran's regime decided on mass killings to survive protests driven by economic collapse, with clear orders for lethal force against unarmed demonstrators.
Meta, TikTok and YouTube face landmark trial over youth social media addiction claims
KGM, a 19-year-old from the United States, claims her addiction to Meta, Google and ByteDance platforms at an early age left her with suicidal thoughts and depression.
BAFTA nominations 2026: 'One Battle After Another' and 'Sinners' lead the charge
As expected, Paul Thomas Anderson’s 'One Battle After Another' and Ryan Coogler's 'Sinners' go head-to-head with the most BAFTA nominations, while 'I Swear', 'Pillion' and 'The Ballad of Wallis Island' lead the charge for best British productions. Here's the breakdown of this
Who is Greg Bovino, the man behind Trump’s immigration crackdown?
Greg Bovino, the senior Border Patrol official behind President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown across the US, has risen in prominence in recent weeks after escalated enforcement and mass deportation initiatives.
Iran protests death toll could surpass 30,000, reports claim
Casualty estimates from Iran's protest crackdown range from 3,100 to over 30,000, with verification hampered by an internet shutdown. Human rights groups report thousands killed, including children.
US to send ICE agents to Winter Olympics, prompting Italian anger
The US federal agency says it will not play an immigration role at February's event in Milan-Cortina.
Ex-FIFA president Sepp Blatter backs calls to boycott World Cup in the US
The international community's concerns about the United States as host stem from Trump's expansionist posture on Greenland, travel bans and aggressive tactics in dealing with immigration enforcement protestors.
Watch: Huge landslide in Sicily after Storm Harry
More than 1,000 residents have been evacuated from their homes on the Italian island.
'It's 2C in our flat': Inside Kyiv apartment as Russia targets power and heating
Russian strikes targeting energy infrastructure have left millions without power in freezing temperatures.
Six European countries lose measles-free status as cases surge across the continent
Armenia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Spain, the United Kingdom, and Uzbekistan are no longer recognised as measles-free following a spike in cases in 2024.
Sweden aims to lower age of criminal responsibility to 13 as gangs recruit children
Critics say the proposal could see even younger children becoming offenders as well as breaching children's rights.
Germany offers €1 million reward for information on Berlin power grid attack
Police are searching for members of the far-left "Vulkangruppe" or Volcano Group, which claimed responsibility for the blackout in early January.
EU–India free trade deal explained: Why it matters for growth and jobs
The pact slashes tariffs, opens up services and agriculture, and marks the largest trade agreement either side has ever signed.
Minnesota: Protests continue as some agents prepare to leave the city
Federal agents involved in immigration enforcement in Minneapolis are expected to leave city after Mayor Jacob Frey's call with President Trump.
Sly Dunbar, pioneering reggae music producer and drummer, dies aged 73
Sly Dunbar, two-time Grammy award-winning reggae drummer, has died at the age of 73. He produced several tracks from Bob Marley to Bob Dylan and was one-half of the influential reggae rhythm section Sly & Robbie.