Flotilla carrying activists and aid for Palestinians in Gaza sets sail from Spain
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BBC to cut up to 2,000 jobs in next two years to save €575ml from operating costs
The BBC is funded by the public paying for a licence to view or listen to content and the corporation says 94% of UK adults use its services every month.
Ukraine and Italy pledge to work together to boost defence and drone production
Zelenskyy is pressing European countries to join the PURL programme, launched last year, that allows Ukraine to receive US equipment financed by European countries.
EU pursues 'deeper and stronger' partnerships with Gulf states, Costa tells Euronews in Doha
In the highest-level EU visit to the Gulf since the Iran war started, European Council President Antonio Costa reinforced the EU’s strategic partnerships with the Gulf states and pushed for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, warning of “disastrous consequences”.
120,000 drones and more missiles: Allies double down on Ukraine aid in Berlin
Ukraine’s Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov emphasised that Kyiv is pushing to scale up domestic drone production and accelerate deliveries to the frontline.
European Parliament proposes 10% increase in EU long-term budget
EU lawmakers in the Parliament’s Budget Committee adopted their negotiating position on the 2028–2034 multiannual budget on Wednesday. They propose a 10% increase compared to the European Commission’s €2 trillion proposal.
Hungary’s Péter Magyar says new government could take power at beginning of May
Magyar has called on Orbán's government to act as a caretaker in its final weeks and not to make any decisions that could threaten Hungary's interests or impede the incoming government's work.
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Is the EU ready to drop unanimous voting?
The decisive defeat of Hungarian leader and EU veto-er-in-chief Viktor Orbán presents the EU with an opportunity to move forward on several key foreign policy issues. But was he the problem? Or is unanimity holding the EU back from defending itself on the world stage?
Zelenskyy says Patriot missile shortage 'could not be any worse'
Ukraine’s shortage of Patriot missiles could not be worse than it already is, Volodymyr Zelenskyy said, as the US Vice President, JD Vance, called ending aid to Ukraine "one of the proudest" achievements of the Trump administration.
Allbirds shares surge over 550% as footwear firm trades shoes for AI business
In a radical strategic overhaul, Allbirds is divesting its footwear business while securing $50 million (€42.4 million) in new financing to acquire GPUs and rebrand as NewBird AI.
Artemis II: Why should we care? |Euronews Tech Talks
The Artemis II mission concluded on Friday, with the Orion spacecraft splashing down in the Pacific Ocean. What was Europe’s role in the mission, and what comes next?
Fact check: Does a video show Israeli soldiers pushing bodies from a rooftop?
Footage appearing to show Israeli soldiers handling bodies on a rooftop in the West Bank has gone viral, amassing millions of views. However, the video is old and dates back to September 2024.
Viktor Orbán to skip his last EU summit after bruising electoral defeat
The tradition in Brussels states that departing leaders are paid homage by their peers and given a goodbye token when they attend their last summit. Not for Orbán as he is now expected to skip the gathering.
Dubai's world-famous Burj Al Arab hotel is set to close for 18 months for restoration works
The property, which opened in 1999, is known for its opulent interiors featuring Statuario marble, Swarovski crystals and 24-carat gold leaf.
'Living Bodies': Michelangelo and Rodin brought together in landmark Louvre exhibition
A major new exhibition at the Louvre Museum brings together two of sculpture’s greatest names - Michelangelo and Auguste Rodin - in a rare cross-century dialogue.
Trump and Meloni: From close relations to a transatlantic crisis
The relationship between Trump and Meloni was typified by warm handshakes and even warmer words until the US leader did something considered by most Italians to be unthinkable: he criticised the pope.
How family legal systems are adapting to changing social needs
Family law across England and Wales continues to shift as people’s lives become more varied and complex. Separation no longer follows a single pattern, and financial arrangements often involve more than straightforward income and property. These changes have influenced how
UN nuclear chief urges checks of Iran's programme in potential deal to end war
Tehran has not allowed the IAEA access to its nuclear facilities bombed by Israel and the US during a 12-day conflict in June, according to a confidential IAEA report.
These train journeys have the best views, according to eye-tracking technology
Japan’s Sagano Romantic Train takes the crown, while three of the top five routes are in Europe.
Jamie Dornan as Aragorn in new Lord Of The Rings film ‘The Hunt For Gollum’ gets mixed reaction
The latest entry in the J.R.R. Tolkien big-screen Lord Of The Rings saga gets some casting news... And some fans aren’t thrilled.
Strikes hit Sloviansk and Sumy as Russia pounds Ukrainian cities
Russia strikes Sloviansk with a FAB-1500 bomb, wrecking civilian buildings, while repeated drone attacks ignite major fires in Sumy’s industrial zone.
What can China’s next generation of robots do?
At Hong Kong’s InnoEx fair, Chinese firms showcased humanoid robots that box, guide tours, dance on stage and promise emotional support and learning.
Meet Olzhas Suleimenov, the voice behind the end of nuclear testing
Olzhas Suleimenov, a Soviet and Kazakh writer and public figure, has left a lasting legacy at the intersection of literature and activism. Rising to global prominence as the leader of the Nevada-Semipalatinsk movement, he played a key role in the closure of the world’s first
How Karabakh’s musical heritage is being preserved
Karabakh’s music traditions combine performance, storytelling and improvisation, preserving cultural heritage across generations.
Nine killed in second Turkish school shooting in two days
Eight students and one teacher died in the attack, according to Interior Minister Mustafa Cifci.
Norway’s crude oil exports up 68% in March due to Iran war
Norway’s oil exports jumped significantly in March, pushing revenues to multi-year highs as disruptions from the Iran war and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz drove up prices.
Trump says Iran war 'very close to over' as truce talks advance
A second round of talks between Washington and Tehran could take place within days, according to Trump. Meanwhile, Israel continues to press ahead with its military campaign against Iran-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon.
Nine dead and 13 injured in second school shooting in Turkey this week, governor says
It comes a day after an ex-student opened fire at his former high school in Siverek in southern Şanlıurfa province, wounding 16 people including students before killing himself in a showdown with police.
Can Hungary's new government fix an economy in crisis?
Investors are optimistic about the new government's expected economic policies, but an energy crisis and a scramble for EU funds could slow its immediate success.
Travelling to Japan in 2026? Here are the new taxes and price hikes you need to know about
Some of the increased fees apply to all travellers, but some can be avoided depending on when you visit and where you stay.
Brussels says EU age verification check ready amid child safety push
The President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen told major online platforms there were “‘no more excuses” not to protect children online as it unveiled its age verification system it says is ready for rollout.
Content warfare, AI slop and 80s French hits: Is Iran out-trolling Donald Trump?
Iran has been turning Donald Trump’s own communication tactics against him with a series of AI-generated videos which have taken the internet by storm. A recent example features a cover of a French hit from the 80s and has raked up more than 8 million views since its
Humanoid robots box and perform at Hong Kong AI and robotics fair
Hong Kong’s InnoEX 2026 fair showcased boxing, musical and rescue robots, highlighting China’s push to integrate intelligent machines into daily life.
Trump's rift with Pope is playing out in public - it's costing him valuable support
Leading conservative Catholics tell the BBC why they back the American pontiff in his spat with Trump.
Zara owner Amancio Ortega becomes the world's biggest real estate tycoon
With a fortune that places him among the richest people on the planet, the founder of Inditex reinforces his position in the real estate business worldwide.
Deadly Israeli strikes hit Gaza’s Al‑Shati camp and Al‑Shifa Hospital
Deadly Israeli strikes hit Gaza’s Al‑Shati camp and Al‑Shifa Hospital area despite a ceasefire, with at least 11 Palestinians killed in renewed violence.
This European country is promising ‘bargain’ energy on sunny days to use up excess solar power
Europe’s grids are struggling to keep up with renewables. Is giving away free energy the answer?
'Trump needs a better deal than Obama', says former US envoy for Iran
Elliott Abrams, former US Special Representative for Iran, said in an exclusive interview with Europe Today that Benjamin Netanyahu “will follow” whatever US President Donald Trump decides regarding the war with Iran.
German pilots’ union announces further strikes at Lufthansa this week
The latest round of strike action continues a recent trend of travel disruptions at Germany’s busiest hubs, throwing passenger journeys into uncertainty.
This airline is launching bunk bed sleep pods you can book on ultra-long-haul flights
Available on select flights between Auckland and New York, the four-hour sessions are priced from €248.
Wall Street’s Outlier: Alafouzos family, Wall Street listed Okeanis Eco Tankers and the continuous ‘sanctioned’ Russian oil tranport
Ships owned by the Alafouzos family and the NYSE-listed company Okeanis Eco Tankers Corp. (NYSE: ECO) are at the forefront of transporting Russian oil, raising critical concerns about compliance with U.S. and EU sanctions. Evidence of ship-to-ship transfers involving Venezuelan
World’s largest dinosaur goes on display in Peterborough cathedral
A full-scale Titanosaur skeleton has been loaned to Peterborough Cathedral by the Natural History Museum to help raise funds for the historic building.
‘Let me be very clear, there will be no compromise on safety’ Várhelyi tells MEPs
At the Parliament’s Public Health Committee (SANT) committee meeting Health Commissioner Olivér Várhelyi defended the Commission’s plan to simplify the regulatory framework for medical devices (MDR) and in vitro diagnostic medical devices (IVDR), arguing that Europe must cut
China set new records in trade and investment in Central Asia in 2025
China's trade with five Central Asian countries hit a record in 2025 — and the relationship has moved well beyond buying and selling. Chinese companies are now partners in strategic projects across high-tech industries including energy and mining.
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Magyar calls on Orbán to lift veto on €90bn Ukraine loan before leaving office
If oil flows resume through the Druzhba pipeline, then Viktor Orbán should lift his "technical veto" on the €90 billion loan for Ukraine, Péter Magyar said. Brussels is already laying the groundwork to make the first payment.
Is the European Union reliant on trade with China?
The European Union is struggling to contain a ballooning trade deficit with China, but member states cannot agree on how to push back.
France’s lawmakers pass bill on restitution of artworks looted during colonial era
France’s National Assembly has unanimously passed a bill to return cultural property looted from the country’s former colonial empire.
Europe's responsibility in the world (dis)order
The EU must be able to act. The principle of unanimity in foreign and security policy is an obstacle to this. A "European Security Council" could change this, say Hans-Gert Pöttering, former President of the European Parliament, and Klaus Welle, Martens Centre for European