Taiwan says China using cash to bring poor nations on side regarding island's status
Chinese economic pressure has reduced the number of Taiwan's formal diplomatic allies to just 12, mainly small island nations in the South Pacific and Caribbean.
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US accepts Boeing 747 from Qatar for Trump to potentially use as Air Force One
The plane Qatar has offered Trump is estimated to be worth around $400 million (€352 million) which Trump called a "great gesture."
Netanyahu says Israel will control all of Gaza Strip at end of current military offensive
Speaking about the current military offensive, codenamed Operation Gideon's Chariots, Netanyahu said "at the end of this campaign, all of the territories of the Gaza Strip will be under Israel's security control."
French report warns of Islamist 'entryism' as risk to national cohesion
The report warns of the Muslim Brotherhood infiltrating public bodies like schools and local government.
Fifth round of US-Iran nuclear deal talks to take place on Friday in Rome, Oman says
The talks seek to limit Iran's nuclear programme in exchange for the lifting of some of the crushing economic sanctions the US has imposed on the Islamic Republic.
Thailand vows tighter controls of cannabis as smuggling cases among tourists soar
Thailand became the first country in Asia to decriminalise cannabis in 2022, which has boosted the country's tourism industry and spawned thousands of shops.
Lobbying scandal related to Huawei: What we know so far
Belgian Prosecutors are investigating a corruption case involving the European Parliament and the Chinese tech company
Industry sceptical on new EU single market strategy
Business sector gives cautious welcome to new Commission proposals to strengthen trade between member states on internal market.
European Parliament weighs immunity for 5 MEPs over Huawei probe
Prosecutors want to investigate three members from the centre-right EPP, one from the Socialists and one from the centrist Renew group.
Pope Leo XIV calls for aid to reach people in Gaza in first general audience at Vatican
International pressure is mounting on Israel following a nearly three-month blockade of humanitarian aid into Gaza and a widened offensive it has launched in the Strip.
Italy tightens rules for Italian descendants to become citizens
Applicants for an Italian passport must now have one parent or grandparent who was a citizen by birth.
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Termez Dialogue: In search of a new paradigm for Central and South Asian relations
Strengthening connectivity will create a true win-win scenario. Most importantly, it will provide a powerful impetus for building a unified regional space, laying the foundation for lasting peace, sustainable development, and long-term stability across the region, Dr Eldor
Surviving Azovstal: Ukrainian soldiers recall Mariupol siege three years on
In May 2022, over 2,000 Ukrainian soldiers were ordered to surrender from the Azovstal steel plant, Ukraine’s last stronghold during the siege of Mariupol. Euronews spoke to the Ukrainian soldiers who defended the encircled city for 86 days and then fought for their lives in
Dutch citizens advised to keep emergency cash on hand amid growing cyber threats
People should keep €70 per adult and €30 per child in cash in case electronic payments systems go down, said the Netherlands' central bank.
Urban wilding and climate resilience: How Breda became the EU’s first National Park City
Breda joins just three other cities globally in achieving the status.
Why climate models are getting Arctic warming wrong – and how scientists are fixing them
Researchers have also warned that even limiting global warming to 1.5°C won’t save our polar ice sheets.
Israeli strikes kill dozens in Gaza; newborn and toddler among dead
Palestinians in Deir al-Balah held funeral prayers on Wednesday for victims of an Israeli airstrike, including a seven-day-old baby and a two-year-old toddler.
House Of Kong: Gorillaz to celebrate 25th anniversary with immersive exhibition and concert series
“Somewhere between order and chaos...” Celebrated British virtual band Gorillaz are celebrating their 25th anniversary this year with four special live dates and a new immersive exhibition in London, titled House Of Kong.
‘Transformative journey’: The Salt Path inspires walkers to tackle England’s epic coastal route
The path takes hikers to some of the south coast’s wildest spots with views of rugged rock formations and sweeping stretches of sea.
Kallas demands probe after IDF fires 'warning shots' near foreign diplomats in West Bank
The Israeli military said in a statement that while the visit had been approved, the delegation “deviated from the approved route” and Israeli soldiers fired warning shots into the air to distance them from the area.
Central Asian countries push for regional development at Termez Dialogue
The Termez Dialogue in Uzbekistan aims to create a permanent platform for Central and South Asian cooperation, emphasising connectivity and economic integration.
Polish parliament votes to extend asylum suspension at Belarus border
The regulation, adopted in March, allows Polish authorities to temporarily suspend the asylum rights of migrants arriving in the country via Belarus.
Brexit complicated travelling with a pet between the UK and EU, but new rules could change that
Before Brexit, UK residents enjoyed straightforward travel with their pets involving minimal paperwork.
How Saudi Arabia is building closer investment ties with Europe and the US
Saudi Arabia has emerged as a key Middle Eastern player in the last few years and is now attracting billions worth of investments from both the US and Europe.
Which European countries are the most and least progressive when it comes to LGBTQ+ rights?
A new ranking shows how European countries are progressing when it comes to LGBTQ+ rights, with the UK and Hungary seeing the biggest drops.
Pope Leo XIV calls for humanitarian action in Gaza in first audience
The pontiff urged immediate humanitarian aid for Gaza and an end to its people’s "heartbreaking" suffering during his first general audience in St Peter’s Square.
West Nile virus detected in UK mosquitoes for first time as climate change linked to spread
The virus has emerged in northern and western Europe in recent years as a result of warmer temperatures.
Poland intervenes after Russian 'shadow fleet' ship detected near Baltic Sea cable
A Russian "shadow fleet" ship performed suspicious manoeuvres near the cable connecting Poland and Sweden, Poland's PM Donald Tusk said.
The shift towards digital-only banking and cloud operations for a tech-driven future
Industry digital banking leaders discuss the transformative impact of digital wallets and fintech on banking, highlighting innovation, consumer needs, and emerging trends shaping the future of finance.
Climate killer methane: On the hunt for natural gas leaks with Theo
I'm travelling in Croatia, looking for leaks in the natural gas network from which methane is escaping, one of the most dangerous climate killers of all. The European Union wants to reduce emissions.
Kazakhstan’s musical revival: how musical theatre is finding its global voice
Kazakhstan’s musical theatre is rising again. Rooted in tradition and reimagined for today, the genre is connecting generations — and taking local stories to new audiences at home and abroad.
EU/US aircraft trade war imminent, key lawmaker warns
The inclusion of Boeing in the Commission’s draft retaliation proposal has raised concerns among some member states over potential countermeasures from Washington targeting Airbus, according to MEP Bernd Lange, chair of the trade committee at the European Parliament.
More tornadoes and fewer meterologists make for a dangerous mix that is worrying US weather experts
The Storm Prediction Center had tallied 883 local tornado reports this year as of Monday - 35 per cent higher than average for this time of year.
EU standards on food are 'not up for negotiation', EU Trade Commissioner Šefčovič tells Euronews
In an interview with Euronews, Maroš Šefčovič has called for a fair and balanced deal with the United States amid a framework of tariff negotiations.
Scientists believe blood and urine markers may reveal how much ultra-processed food we eat
Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are linked to a host of health problems. It may now be easy to detect how much of these foods a person eats from their blood and urine.
Five killed and 38 injured after suicide bombing strikes school bus in Pakistan
Officials have warned that the death toll from the attack in the southwestern province of Balochistan could rise.
Five guilty of racist abuse of footballer Vinicius in landmark ruling in Spain
The case involving Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr is the first in Spain to classify racist abuse in a football stadium as a hate crime, according to LaLiga.
Six soldiers killed and over 10 injured in Russian strike on Sumy, Ukraine says
At least six Ukrainian soldiers have been killed and more than 10 others injured in Russian strike on a training camp in Sumy. The unit commander has been suspended while an official inquiry is being conducted.
UK inflation jumps to highest in over a year on rising energy bills
Inflation in the UK rose to its highest level in over a year in April, driven by a wave of higher household bills, including energy and water, according to official figures released on Wednesday.
Eddie Vedder and Neil Young speak out in support of Bruce Springsteen amid Trump attacks
Musicians are coming to the defence of Bruce Springsteen and Taylor Swift, both of whom Donald Trump has criticised and threatened. “Part of free speech is open discussion. Part of democracy is healthy public discourse. The name-calling is so beneath us,” said Pearl Jam
Ukrainian ex-top official shot dead outside Madrid school
Andriy Portnov, 51, had just dropped his children off when he was attacked.
Israel's Eurovision result prompts questions over voting
Countries including Spain, Ireland and Finland raise concerns about the song contest's public vote.
Former aide to Ukraine's pro-Russian ex-President Yanukovych shot dead outside school in Madrid
Andriy Portnov, a former adviser to Ukraine's pro-Russian former President Viktor Yanukovych, was shot dead outside an elite American school in Madrid.
Moose makes surprise visit to Vilnius city centre
Residents of Vilnius were startled on Tuesday morning when a moose unexpectedly wandered into the city, roaming through several neighbourhoods of Lithuania's capital before reaching its centre.
Hungarian minority plays key role in Nicușor Dan's Romanian presidential win
High voter turnout, especially among young people and women, helped Bucharest Mayor Nicușor Dan win Romania's presidential runoff, defeating the hard-right George Simion.
Two close aides of Mexico City mayor shot dead in daylight attack
Clara Brugada’s personal secretary Ximena Guzmán and her adviser José Muñoz were killed on Tuesday morning, in what experts believe was an organised crime hit.
Farmers rally in Brussels over agricultural funding concerns
European farmers rallied in Brussels to protest against proposed EU reforms to the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) and the merging of multiple budgetary funds.
Germany arrests five teenagers over alleged right-wing extremist plot and attacks
The suspects — aged 14 to 18 — are believed to have been members of a right-wing extremist organisation that calls itself "The Last Wave of Defence".
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