Ukraine: Deadly Russian strikes on Kyiv, Odesa and Dnipro leave 12 dead
Russian strikes on Kyiv, Odesa and Dnipro killed at least 12 people, including a child, as fighting and failed ceasefire efforts drag on in mid-April.
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Commission welcomes political agreement on new EU steel measure
The European Commission welcomes the political agreement reached today between the European Parliament and Council on the measure to protect the EU steelmaking sector against global overcapacity. This is a vital step towards ensuring the long-term viability of a strategic
Drone tech evolves every 3-6 months, leaving Europe buying outpaced systems
The war in Ukraine made clear that drone technology evolves faster than governments can buy it. Can defence systems keep up?
MEPs give reaction to outcome of Hungarian elections
EU politicians have broadly welcomed the outcome of Hungary’s keenly-awaited elections. But there are also warnings from some quarters that the new PM must be "judged on his record." The Tisza party, led by Péter Magyar, won a two-thirds majority in the Hungarian parliamentary
Europe Today: Hungarian PM-elect vows rapid transition, targets state-controlled media
Tune in to Europe Today, Euronews' flagship morning programme at 8 am Brussels time. In just 20 minutes, we bring you up to speed on the biggest news of the day.
Plans afoot to celebrate Belgian 'Liberation Day'
Plans are in the pipeline to celebrate one of the most “joyous” days in the history of Belgium... Liberation Day. It happened on 8 May when the country was liberated from Nazi occupation. Every year a commemoration has been held, in collaboration with the Royal British Legion,
Iran war sparks EU proposal to reduce tax on electricity and encourage green transition
Electricity is taxed far higher than fossil fuels. Could a new EU proposal finally reverse this?
Top 10 currencies in 2026 include Hungarian forint: Why they’re beating the US dollar
A war in the Gulf, a Federal Reserve frozen in place and a hawkish turn across Europe and the Pacific: how ten currencies are pulling away from a weakening US dollar.
Latest news bulletin | April 16th, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 16th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Social investment is the key to economic stability in Europe. Here’s why
Turning off the news these days can feel like a necessary pause from the chaos we live in: A war in Europe and another on its doorstep, a political shift towards defence spending, as well as nationalism and protectionism, and the global order being torn apart.
AI can identify people at risk of melanoma years before diagnosis, study finds
Swedish researchers have used AI to spot high-risk melanoma patients before they develop the disease, using health data from existing medical records.
50 Holocaust survivors from Israel and around the world to lead the 2026 March of the Living alongside survivors of antisemitic shooting attacks from the US, UK, and Australia
Survivorsto light torch against antisemitism with US Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism Rabbi Yehuda Kaplounand Sylvan Adams President of the World Jewish Congress - Israel; Holocaust survivor Irene Shasharand former hostages to light torch dedicated to the State of
Seeking rest and relaxation? Bulgaria taps into the wellness trend as spa tourism rises 15%
Bulgaria is positioning itself as a spa destination, with a year-round tourism strategy also focused on health, food, mountain, pilgrimage and luxury travel.
Eurosky: Europe aims to rival Big Tech with its own social media ecosystem
A Netherlands-based initiative is offering European users a homegrown alternative to Big Tech's social media offerings.
'Discussions are being had' on second round of Iran talks in Pakistan, White House says
Negotiators are focusing on three key points that derailed last weekend's talks, including Iran's nuclear programme, the Strait of Hormuz and compensation for wartime damages.
North Korea showing 'serious increase' in ability to make nuclear weapons, IAEA says
North Korea, which conducted its first nuclear test in 2006, is under rafts of UN sanctions for its banned weapons programmes.
Péter Magyar's landslide victory in Hungary - what's the impact on Brussels?
In this new edition of The Ring, broadcast from the European Parliament in Brussels, MEPs Daniel Freund (Greens) and Sander Smit (ECR) debate the outcome of the Hungarian election and what it means for Europe.
Sweden foiled pro-Russian cyberattack on thermal power plant in 2025, minister says
Civil Defence Minister Carl-Oskar Bohlin said the aim of the operation was to disrupt the functioning of a facility that supplies heating.
Panicked scenes after school shooting in Turkey leaves at least nine dead
A 14-year-old armed with five guns opened fire at a Turkish school on Wednesday, killing at least nine people, wounding 13 others, the interior minister said.
Flotilla carrying activists and aid for Palestinians in Gaza sets sail from Spain
Organisers of the Global Sumud Flotilla say that more than 70 boats and 1,000 people from around the world will participate.
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.
Latest news bulletin | April 15th, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 15th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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.