EU and US deepen cooperation on critical minerals amid concerns over China’s dominance
EU Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič said that with the Memorandum of Understanding, "we will be delivering on our goals much faster than before."
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EU leaders vow to boost security and economic ties with Middle East to minimise effect of Iran war
Leaders from Lebanon, Egypt, Syria and Jordan as well as the secretary general of the Gulf Cooperation Council, were in Nicosia to meet their European Union counterparts on the sidelines of an EU summit.
Reigning two-time champ Carlos Alcaraz pulls out of French Open due to wrist injury
Alcaraz posted on X on Friday that he would also not play in the preceding Italian Open in Rome, where he also won last year.
Three Kosovo Serbs jailed over deadly gun battle and monastery siege
Kosovo's court sentences two men to life imprisonment and another to a 30-year term for the 2023 attack.
UK House of Lords accused of 'obstructionism' as time runs out on assisted dying bill
MPs in the House of Commons had backed legalising euthanasia for adults who have been given less than six months to live and can clearly express a wish to die, in a historic vote last June.
Mandelson under formal investigation by EU's anti-fraud office
The EU's anti-fraud office confirms it has "sufficient information" to launch an investigation, but does not say if it involves fraud.
Judge sets trial date for suspects in Jewish charity ambulance arson attack in London
The UK has accused Tehran of using criminal proxies to conduct attacks on European soil targeting opposition media outlets and the Jewish community.
Latest news bulletin | April 24th, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 24th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
These are the best new European hotels for 2026, according to Condé Nast Traveller
These hotels feature carefully restored heritage interiors, outstanding local dining and stunning views.
Costa says EU needs a '360-degree' security vision
The informal European Council held on 23–24 April 2026 in Cyprus concluded with a strong display of unity around security, energy resilience, and the European Union’s global role, as leaders grappled with the escalating consequences of conflict in the Middle East, writes
Prince Harry visits Kyiv to back Ukraine and spotlight mine clearance
Ukraine welcomed Prince Harry to Kyiv on Thursday 23 April 2026 for a two day visit that remained unannounced until his arrival.
Drake’s ICEMAN album stunt explained: Flamethrowers, fan frenzy and a hidden release date
A giant sculpture in downtown Toronto, created as part of Drake’s promotional rollout for his upcoming album ICEMAN, quickly spiralled into chaos after fans discovered the album’s release date was hidden inside it.
Cyprus: How the Iran war is shaping Europe’s closest frontier to the conflict
On 1 March, an Iranian-made Shahed drone launched from Lebanon hit the British airbase of Akrotiri in Cyprus, bringing the Iran war unexpectedly closer to Europe. This report explores the tensions shaping the European Union’s closest frontier to the conflict.
Why investment in Caspian transit routes is crucial for energy security
As old energy routes buckle under the pressure of war and geopolitical disruption, governments and companies are converging on the Caspian region as the corridor that could keep Eurasia's energy flowing.
War stories of displaced Ukrainian Refugees feature in Lithuanian exhibition in Baku
A photography exhibition in Baku “Not All of Them. Portraits of Refugees”, highlights experiences of Ukrainian refugees in Lithuania through black-and-white portraits as a cultural diplomacy initiative, bringing together Lithuania, Ukraine and Azerbaijan.
This tiny Arctic village in Alaska is trying to revive its polar bear tourism industry
Leaders in Kaktovik want to ensure boat tours are led by locals, and that visitor numbers are kept at a sustainable level.
China’s DeepSeek releases new AI model V4. Here’s everything to know as the AI race speeds up
China’s AI startup is back a year after it stirred up the AI industry with ‘world-leading’ processing power at a fraction of the cost of other models.
European Council should 'think carefully' before removing unanimity, says Michel
Former European Council President Charles Michel has told Euronews that some EU leaders “were hiding behind” Viktor Orbán, urging them to “fight against the abuse of veto rights”.
Some EU leaders “were hiding behind” Viktor Orbán, says former European Council Chief
Former European Council President Charles Michel has told Euronews that some EU leaders “were hiding behind” Viktor Orbán, urging them to “fight against the abuse of veto rights”.
Travelling to Spain? Here’s what new in 2026, from heritage hotels to cultural sights
Visitors to Spain will have a wealth of choice in 2026, with a number of new hotels, museums and attractions.
Tickets for World Cup final in New Jersey appear on FIFA's resale site for €1.9m each
FIFA does not control prices on its Resale/Exchange Marketplace but charges a 15% purchase fee to each ticket buyer and a 15% resale fee to each ticket seller.
Italy: Most exposed EU country to fossil fuel shocks calls for a ‘united European' transition
Italy is one of 50 countries attending the Fossil Fuel Transition Conference in Colombia.
EU mutual assistance clause doesn't contradict NATO, Kallas tells Euronews as Trump blasts allies
The EU's mutual assistance clause and NATO's collective defence are "complementary to each other", High Representative Kaja Kallas told Euronews amid Donald Trump's threats to withdraw from the alliance.
Greece increases the number of beaches where sunbeds are banned to protect the environment
The ban means that you will not be able to hire umbrellas or sunbeds at some 251 beaches, many of which are marine NATURA 2000 sites.
Powerful tornado tears across Oklahoma, damaging homes and blocking roads
A powerful tornado struck Oklahoma damaging homes, downing power lines, and blocking roads. The storm hit near Enid and surrounding areas, prompting emergency responses. No fatalities were reported, with only minor injuries confirmed so far.
Daft Punk’s Thomas Bangalter announces new album ‘Mirage – Ballet For 16 Dancers’
French electro pioneer Thomas Bangalter continues his musical pivot, collaborating with choreographer Damien Jalet and contemporary artist Kōhei Nawa.
ECB interest rate dilemma: Eurozone growth stalls as Iran war fuels inflation
The European Central Bank faces heightened uncertainty ahead of next week’s rate decision, with President Christine Lagarde warning the "stop-start nature" of the Iran war is making the economic outlook harder to assess.
US envoys Witkoff, Kushner to head to Pakistan for Iran talks on Saturday, White House says
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is expected to arrive in Islamabad on Friday night, an official source in Pakistan said, without providing details about who he was likely to meet.
Swedish Syria envoy charged over mishandling top secret documents
The diplomat, who was arrested in May 2025, had also been suspected of transmitting classified documents to a former politician from the central Swedish town of Gävle.
Indonesian peacekeeper dies of wounds suffered in Lebanon last month, UNIFIL says
His death brings the number of peacekeepers killed since the start of the most recent war between Israel and Hezbollah on 2 March to six.
Podcast | A vote on trade ties with Israel: Why is the EU so divided?
The rejection by some EU member countries of a renewed proposal to suspend the EU-Israeli trade pact once again exposed persistent divisions within the EU27 over the Middle East. Why is the bloc so split on this issue?
Orbán-style vetoes undermine EU democracy, Kaja Kallas tells Euronews hoping for reset
“In this geopolitical world, we need to be credible — and for that we need to be united and able to take decisions,” High Representative Kaja Kallas told Euronews, as the bloc looks ahead to the post-Orbán era.
Turkey to return to F1 calendar in 2027
The Turkish Grand Prix will return to the Formula 1 calendar in 2027 for the first time in six years.
‘We can’t have octopus all year round’: Why Greek chefs and WWF want people to eat invasive species
WWF's free guide to sustainable seafood now delves into a growing climate threat: invasive species.
Kuwait reopens airspace for the first time since the outbreak of the Iran war
Flag carrier Kuwait Airways and low-cost airline Jazeera Airways will resume flights on Sunday 26 April.
Poisoning suspected in deaths of 18 wolves in Italian national park
After the carcasses of 10 wolves were found last week, another eight have been found in recent days.
Mercosur: MEPs letter warns of concentration risk due to quota allocation system
A letter obtained by Euronews is circulating among MEPs sounding the alarm on the potential abuse of the EU-Mercosur trade deal quota allocation system by South American Big Agriculture.
Does Zelenskyy have a stolen painting in his office?
Claims circulating online suggest Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is displaying a stolen piece of art in his office. But analysis of the footage and its origins shows the allegation is false and part of a coordinated disinformation campaign.
What is OpenAI’s GPT-5.5, its newest ‘smartest and most intuitive’ model?
OpenAI says its new model, GPT-5.5, is particularly useful for coding, office work and early-stage scientific research.
Explained: What is the UK digital services tax and why has it angered Trump?
Trump has revived a tariff warning over the UK's digital services tax. Here's everything you need to know about it.
Foo Fighters return: Verdict on new album 'Your Favorite Toy' & their essential records
Following 2023's stellar 'But Here We Are', Foo Fighters are back with a new band member and a no-frills, back-to-basics sound. Where does 'Your Favorite Toy' land in their discography?
US soldier charged with using Maduro raid intel to win €341,000 on Polymarket
Polymarket said in a statement it had flagged the user who made the bets to the US Department of Justice and cooperated with the investigation.
Pentagon considers suspending Spain from NATO, leaked email suggests
An internal Pentagon email has revealed US anger at Spain and other NATO allies over blocked bases for Iran strikes and hints at pressure over defence spending.
Ukraine’s Chernobyl ‘liquidators’ return 40 years after disaster
Ukraine marked the 40th anniversary of the 1986 Chernobyl disaster in April 2026 as former clean-up workers returned to the site.
Iran 'trapped in slogans' as nuclear talks with US stall after naval standoff, former diplomat says
Former Iranian diplomat Kourosh Ahmadi has warned that Tehran and Washington have found themselves stuck in their individual and contrasting narratives, risking nuclear talks as tensions over blockades and enrichment grow.
Pentagon email floats punishing NATO allies over Iran war
Washington has been considering sanctioning NATO allies over their non-involvement in the Iran war, with Spain in the spotlight after refusing the US use of its bases and airspace, according to reports.
Nato says 'no provision' to expel members after report US could seek to suspend Spain
An internal Pentagon email reportedly outlines options to punish allies over a perceived lack of support for Iran war.
MEPs in Rome to discuss Europe's future with the Pope
Centre-right MEPs have travelled to the Vatican and Rome to discuss the future of Europe and Christianity's role. At the closing of the visit, the EPP Group delegation from the EU Parliament will have a private audience with the Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV. EPP Group Chairman
Latest news bulletin | April 24th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 24th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.