Iran military says it targeted US bases in Bahrain, Jordan and Kuwait
Tehran says any facility or base in the Middle East used by the US military to launch attacks on Iran is a legitimate target for retaliation.
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ICC top prosecutor removed over sexual misconduct allegations
Karim Khan denies allegations of engaging in an improper sexual relationship with a junior ICC staff member and seeking to stop her pursuing her complaint.
ICC chief prosecutor removed from post over sexual misconduct allegations
By a large majority, the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) 125 member states voted to remove Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan over sexual misconduct allegations, which he has consistently denied. The decision marks the first time an ICC chief prosecutor has ever been removed from
Trump vows to investigate EU over fining of US tech companies
The US president says fines against Google, as well as Apple, Meta and Amazon, should be "entirely reversed."
Trump and Zelenskyy to meet in Washington next week
Kyiv did not immediately confirm whether President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will meet President Donald Trump in Washington next week or attend the funeral of Senator Lindsey Graham
Wildfires trigger mass evacuations across France and Spain
French forces have joined operations near Bordeaux after blazes forced 110,000 to flee the south-west. In Spain, military units are leading efforts under a national emergency as merged fires near Madrid and Ávila displaced or confined 60,000 people.
Boycotts and apologies: controversy over Rosalía and Patti Smith after World Cup final
Spain's World Cup final victory over Argentina went far beyond the pitch; posts by Rosalía and Patti Smith in support of the Spanish team triggered a fierce reaction.
Boycotts and apologies: Argentina row over Rosalía and Patti Smith after World Cup
Messages of support for Spain from Rosalía and Patti Smith sparked a backlash in Argentina after the World Cup final, with online criticism, boycott calls and a cancelled tribute concert.
Wildfires up 57% in Europe in just four years, WHO warns
As wildfires rage across parts of Europe, the WHO has warned of a sharp rise in wildfires across the region and their growing toll on human health.
The church reshaping Spain's history: did Moors and Christians once live together in peace?
The Cerro de la Virgen site in Calasparra, south-eastern Spain, shows a Christian community continued its liturgy until the 9th century. Archaeologists say this points to a more harmonious coexistence between Christians and Muslims than previously assumed.
Church reshapes Spain's history: did Muslims and Christians once live together in peace?
Excavations at the Cerro de la Virgen site in Calasparra, south-eastern Spain, show a Christian community kept up its liturgical life until the 9th century. Archaeologists say the find suggests Christians and Muslims coexisted more harmoniously than previously thought.
Church reshapes Spain's history: did Moors and Christians ever live in peace?
The Cerro de la Virgen site in Calasparra, in south-eastern Spain, shows that a Christian community kept up its liturgical life until the 9th century. Archaeologists say the find points to a more harmonious coexistence between Christians and Muslims than once assumed.
Latvia to ban books, newspapers and video games from Russia and Belarus
Latvia has approved a national ban on imports of a wide range of Russian and Belarusian consumer goods such as books, video games, clothing, toys and sport equipment.
Suicide bomber kills 15 at security checkpoint in northwest Pakistan
Pakistan has witnessed a surge in militant attacks targeting security forces in recent years, with authorities blaming the TTP and allied groups for much of the violence.
World chess chief faces endgame after EU announces Russia war sanctions
Arkady Dvorkovich, a former Russian deputy prime minister, now faces an EU travel ban and asset freeze.
Latest news bulletin | July 24th, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 24th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Pompeii unveils reconstructed frescoed banquet hall ceiling, as restoration continues
Archaeologists determined that the main theme of the work was of Dionysus and Ariadne, whose union is one of the best-known Greek myths.
Irish police foil suspected dissident republican car bomb near Northern Ireland border
Irish police have arrested a man and a woman after intercepting what they described as a "highly sophisticated" car bomb believed to be linked to dissident republican groups.
Uzbekistan's Islamic Civilisation Centre fosters global dialogue
Welcoming thousands of daily visitors alongside international delegations, Uzbekistan's Centre of Islamic Civilisation is highlighting the region's historic contributions to European mathematics, astronomy, and medicine.
Edinburgh’s tourist tax has now launched. Here’s how much you have to pay
Edinburgh is the first Scottish city to introduce such a scheme, and hopes to raise up to £50 million (€58 million) a year.
Dutch legend van Bommel appointed new Belgium head coach
"Together with my coaching staff, we want to build a team that is disciplined, ambitious and brave enough to compete with the very best," van Bommel said in a statement.
Spain sets global audience records after World Cup win
Millions of fans followed Spain's national team throughout the FIFA World Cup via the media and social networks, pushing its audience to record levels.
Latvian foreign minister confirms consulate in Ukraine was hit by deadly Russian attack
Russian strikes have damaged Latvia's Honorary Consulate in eastern Ukraine, killing six civilians and wounding dozens. EU and Baltic leaders condemned the attack as a deliberate strike on civilians and diplomatic infrastructure.
Controversial new stained-glass windows for Paris' Notre-Dame to be unveiled in December
New stained-glass windows being made for the famous Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris are close to completion. Designed by French artist Claire Tabouret, the six contemporary windows are being crafted in the northern French city of Reims and are due to be installed before the end
Poland's opposition PiS splits ahead of crucial 2027 elections
PiS leader Jarosław Kaczyński announced that more than 30 MPs had left the party following a bitter power struggle with former Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki. It marks the biggest split in Poland's main opposition party in more than two decades.
Ten killed in Russian attack on drone exhibition near Kyiv
The event, attended by prominent members of the Ukrainian defence industry, was hit by ballistic missiles in the middle of the day.
Netanyahu orders 'firm' military action after deadly West Bank clash
Netanyahu said he had ordered the IDF to "accelerate the legalisation of existing farms and the establishment of new ones" after the incident around the village of Tell.
JoinCare Explores Scientific Exchange During Visit toJapan’s National Institute of Infectious Diseases
JoinCare, an open decentralised science (DeSci) platform for early-stage biomedicalinnovation, has expanded its academic collaboration in Asia. Its Chief Executive PeterSachsenmeier recently visited Tokyo for an academic exchange at the invitation of DrMasanori Isogawa,
US launches trade probe into EU over big tech fines
President Donald Trump announced a trade probe into the EU, accusing the bloc of unfairly targeting U.S. tech giants, a day after Google was hit with a €890 million antitrust fine.
Estonia's girls only HK Unicorn Squad is helping build the country's next tech generation
"Is everyone ready for camp?" Hundreds of young girls cheered back with excitement as Taavi Kotka, smiling from the stage, opened a unique summer camp held at the Viimsi School outside Tallinn.
Armoured fighters storm Denmark’s Spøttrup Castle for IMCF world championship
Nearly 600 armoured fighters from 30 countries have gathered at Denmark's Spøttrup Castle for the International Medieval Combat Federation (IMCF) World Championship, turning one of Scandinavia's best-preserved medieval fortresses into an arena for full-contact historical combat.
EU far right cries foul, but Commission unfazed by Magyar's 'Purgatorium'
Orbán allies across Europe have raised concerns over Hungarian democracy after the president's mandate was ended and Fidesz's headquarters raided as part of a corruption probe, but the European Commission appears broadly aligned with a push to dismantle Orbán's political
The challenges companies face to launch robotaxis in Europe
European carmakers like BMW, Volkswagen and Mercedes-Benz have continued to struggle significantly to roll out commercial robotaxi fleets, unlike Chinese companies, but why?
Spain's Galicia region bets big on AI and satellites to prevent summer 'megafires'
Galicia is rolling out AI-powered cameras and satellites to detect wildfires within minutes, hoping to avoid a repeat of last August's devastating wildfire destruction.
‘Major victory’: Sweden plans to ban forever chemicals in everyday products ahead of EU
Sweden plans to ban forever chemicals in kitchen appliances and clothing by 2028. When will the EU follow suit?
Fact check: Claims resurface that ex-UK PM Boris Johnson sabotaged Ukraine peace deal for bribe
In an X post from 21 July, Kremlin envoy Kirill Dimitriev alleged that the UK's former Prime Minister Boris Johnson "sabotaged" peace efforts between Russia and Ukraine in exchange for money, but facts say otherwise.
How to avoid West Nile virus as cases start to rise in Europe
Cover up, use insect repellent and clear stagnant water around your home, WHO Europe advises, as West Nile virus cases climb in parts of southern Europe.
Are employers hiring for today's labour market or the one they already know?
Applications per role have roughly doubled since 2022, yet business leaders are telling me they can't find the talent they need. Something isn't adding up.
A New Centre of Islamic Civilization Opens a Window on Centuries of Shared Heritage
In Tashkent, Uzbekistan has created a museum, research hub and cultural forum designed to connect scholarship, faith, art and dialogue.
'All paths appear closed': Iranians weigh prospect of US invasion of their country
Euronews spoke to five Iranians about whether US boots on Iranian soil would mean liberation or catastrophe. Their answers revealed a country that has run out of easy answers after nearly 50 years of the Islamic Republic and months of war.
Uzbek economy grows 8.5% as services and investment expand
Official figures presented at a presidential review showed investment reaching €24.6 billion and exports €12.7 billion in the first half of 2026, as Moody's upgraded Uzbekistan's sovereign credit rating and Fitch shifted its outlook to positive.
Charli XCX - 'Music, Fashion, Film': Euronews Culture's review and verdict
Following up her era-defining 2024 global juggernaut was never going to be an easy task. Charli XCX has released 11 short, guitar-based songs - a sort of anti-'Brat' that contains promise but ends up barely registering.
EU finds TikTok failed to shield the privacy of children's accounts from adults
TikTok's list of EU headaches keeps growing, with Brussels now finding its privacy settings left children's accounts open to adults and to the risks that come with it.
Podcast | Brussels eyes political reshuffles in London and Budapest
In a week of political upheaval in Europe, Hungary got rid of its president and the UK's seventh prime minister in a decade entered office. What does this mean for Brussels?
Wildfire emergency near Madrid forces over 10,000 to flee as Spain sounds alarm
Civil Guard officers, firefighters and the Military Emergency Unit battle fierce wildfires near Madrid, with more than 10,000 people evacuated amid extreme heat.
Jürgen Klopp confirmed as new German national team coach
Klopp takes over following the departure of Julian Nagelsmann and a dismal 2026 World Cup campaign.
German rail network to ban alcohol from 5,400 train stations by October, with some exemptions
Germany's national railway operator Deutsche Bahn will introduce a ban on alcohol at all 5,400 stations by 15 October. There will be exemptions, however, including for station bars and restaurants.
From housing to healthcare: What are Europeans worried about in 2026?
Is the economy, housing, immigration or healthcare the biggest concern facing your country? It depends on where in Europe you live.
2026 most powerful passports in the world ranking sees 29 European countries in the top 10
Despite an impressive showing from Europe, Singapore claimed the top spot in the Henley Passport Index for a second year.