European troops in Greenland will not impact Trump's takeover plans, White House says
Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen, speaking after leaving the White House, said a US takeover of Greenland was "absolutely not necessary."
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Iran warns Qatar and Saudi Arabia it will strike US targets if attacked, expert says
US personnel movements from Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar underscores rising fears of direct US–Iran confrontation, according to Middle East expert Professor Mehran Kamrava, who says Tehran has explicitly warned Doha and Riyadh it would retaliate against American targets.
Thousands of Hindu devotees take holy dip at Sangam during Magh Mela festival
Hindu holy men and devotees take a dip in Sangam, the confluence of Ganges, Yamuna and mythical Saraswati rivers to celebrate India’s Magh Mela festival.
Explosion in the Netherlands injures at least four and causes widespread damage
Officials called on the local population to stay away from the area, as emergency services rushed to the scene.
UN chief attacks world leaders putting cooperation on 'deathwatch' in final annual speech
Guterres also used his wide-ranging remarks to urge action against the abuse of artificial intelligence and to call for efforts to fight inequality.
Explosion and fire in Utrecht cause building collapses and injuries
A large blast in Utrecht caused several buildings to collapse, injuring at least four people. Emergency services are still searching for potential victims.
EU will maintain Arctic cooperation with US, von der Leyen says amid Greenland tensions
Amid Donald Trump's threats to seize Greenland, Ursula von der Leyen says the EU will continue working with the US to reinforce Arctic security. At the same time, the European Commission has confirmed that Greenland is "in principle" covered by the bloc's mutual assistance
Ai Weiwei launches first solo exhibition in India
India welcomes Ai Weiwei's first solo exhibition, blending art and political critique, in New Delhi. The show features works from over two decades of his career.
Commission greenlights eight member states' defence investment plans worth €38bn
SAFE is one of the biggest prongs of the EU's Readiness 2030 package, which aims to inject hundreds of billions of euros into defence before the end of the decade – by which time many intelligence agencies estimate Russia could attack another European country.
Nato Arctic defence needed against Russia, says Cooper
The foreign secretary called on allies to "double down" and unite around the shared threat of Russian aggression.
Kazakhstan raises alarm over Black Sea tanker attacks, warning of risks to European energy security
Kazakhstan has expressed concern over a series of drone attacks on oil tankers in the Black Sea, warning that the incidents pose growing risks to maritime safety and European energy security. In a statement issued this week, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of
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US seizes sixth tanker with alleged ties to Venezuela in Trump's effort to control oil
Trump met with executives oil companies last week to discuss his goal of investing €86 billion in Venezuela to repair and upgrade its oil production and distribution.
Swiss bar employee who reportedly held sparkler unaware of dangers, family says
Cyane Panine, 24, died in the Crans Montana fire that is believed to have started when sparklers attached to champagne bottles set foam on the ceiling alight.
Large fire breaks out in Dutch city of Utrecht following explosion
At least four people are injured and there are also reports of extensive damage to nearby buildings, he local safety body says.
US sanctions Iranian officials accused of repressing protests against the government
The Treasury announcement comes a day after Trump that he’d been told "on good authority" that plans for executions in Iran have stopped.
The superbug 'Candida auris' identified for the first time in Portugal
A team of researchers detected eight cases of "Candida auris" infection in Portugal in 2023. The fungus is present in around 60 countries.
'With Hassan in Gaza': Director's forgotten footage nominated at Europe's top film awards
'With Hassan in Gaza', recently screened at the 14th Athens Innovative Film Festival, is nominated in two categories at the European Film Awards in Berlin on Saturday. Its director Kamal Aljafari tells Euronews Culture the documentary is "an act of resistance against the
Poland's PM praises cyber defences after attempted attack on energy infrastructure foiled
Tusk blamed Russia and urged Parliament to swiftly pass new cybersecurity legislation to strengthen protection against foreign interference.
'We need competitive bidding systems for clean power,' wind industry leader tells Euronews
Tinne Van der Straeten, the former Belgian energy minister and new CEO of trade association WindEurope, says the industry is ready to scale up to continue delivering clean power and urged EU countries to effectively implement auction systems.
Australia under-16 social media ban: How is it going one month since law took effect?
Australia has revealed that almost 5 million teen accounts have been deleted by social media platforms.
'To remain free, one must be feared': Macron says of France’s defence priorities
On Thursday, the French president offered his New Year's address to the armed forces. The eagerly awaited annual event comes amid multiple geopolitical crises.
Russia remains mostly silent on Iran protests as military cooperation continues
It took the Kremlin nearly two weeks of protests in Iran to say "no third party" can change the fundamental nature of relations between Iran and Russia. In an Euronews interview, political analyst and Iran expert Nikita Smagin explains Moscow-Tehran ties.
Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch sacks rival after 'plot' to defect to Reform UK
In the past 12 months, the Conservatives have suffered a string of defections to hard-right Reform UK, including some former Cabinet ministers.
Baku prepares for 2026 as World Sports Capital with packed international events calendar
Baku is preparing for its role as World Sports Capital 2026, hosting major international events, expanding sports facilities and increasing participation across elite sport, youth programmes and social inclusion initiatives.
ISS crew returns early to Earth after medical issue
Four ISS crew members, including astronauts from Japan, Russia, and the US, returned early due to a medical issue. The SpaceX capsule landed safely in the Pacific.
Turkish Airlines flight makes emergency landing in Barcelona after in-flight alert
The Airbus A321, which was carrying 148 passengers and seven crew, was directed to a designated area for inspection after it landed at around 11:00 am.
Watch the video: Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps — who are they?
The IRGC is estimated to be a force of 150,000 elite troops, backed by a 600,000-strong Basij paramilitary network. In return for their loyalty, Tehran grants them a massive gold chest: a budget estimated at $6 to $9 billion, nearly double that of the regular army.
NASA has released its data on rising temperatures. Why is climate change not mentioned at all?
An expert says NASA’s statement is “consistent” with all of the other “anti-climate actions” the Trump administration has taken in the last year.
Water shortages, blackouts and air pollution: How environmental damage fuelled Iran's protests
Iran’s protests are often framed as economic, political or ideological. Yet a deeper ecological crisis is eroding the fabric of society.
EU's Kallas set to present fresh sanctions on Iran imminently after crackdown on protesters
New package builds on an extensive sanctions regime against Iran, centred on travel bans and asset freezes over serious human rights abuses. The new measures will be presented as soon as today by foreign policy chief Kallas.
Atlas Lions roar into AFCON final to set up showpiece clash with Senegal
Morocco is in full celebration mode as the Africa Cup of Nations reaches its decisive stage, with football fever gripping both Casablanca and Rabat.
Astronauts return to Earth after first-ever medical evacuation from International Space Station
The SpaceX Dragon capsule splashed down off San Diego less than 11 hours after undocking, with four astronauts from the US, Russia, and Japan.
Germany edges back into growth after two years of contraction
Europe’s largest economy returned to modest expansion in 2025, as stronger consumer and government spending offset weaker exports hit by higher US tariffs.
X bans sexually explicit Grok deepfakes – but is its clash with the EU over?
While Elon Musk’s company has said it is taking steps to prevent its AI chatbot from creating nude images of real people, the European Commission has yet to be reassured.
World’s biggest chipmaker TSMC doubles down on AI, sees profit lift
A surge in AI-driven demand has pushed TSMC’s profits and investment plans higher, reinforcing its position as one of the world’s most advanced semiconductor producers.
European military personnel arrive in Greenland as Trump says US needs island
France says a small military contingent has arrived and more forces will be there in the coming days.
Violent thunderstorms trigger flash flooding along Australia's Great Ocean Road
Severe thunderstorms caused flash flooding in Victoria, Australia, with over 170 mm of rain. Cars were swept away, but no injuries were reported.
Second ICE shooting in Minneapolis sparks clashes with protesters
A federal immigration agent shot a man in the leg in Minneapolis on Wednesday night after reportedly being attacked with a shovel and a broom handle, as tensions between ICE agents and protesters continued to rise.
Euronews journalists' voices stolen in fake anti-Ukraine videos
A collection of doctored reports shared on a pro-Russian Telegram channel has edited the voices of genuine reporters to spread incriminating false information about Ukrainian refugees.
USA: Protests erupt in Minneapolis after ice agents shoot man in the leg
Tear gas was deployed by federal agents and local police in Minneapolis after a suspect was shot in the leg. Authorities say the officer had been assaulted with a shovel.
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Iranian footballers killed in protests as former national team captain slams FIFA silence
Media and human rights reports indicate that several footballers have been killed during Iran’s recent protests, developments that have once again raised serious concerns about the widespread use of live ammunition against unarmed demonstrators.
Uganda votes in tense presidential election amid internet shutdown
Uganda's presidential election on Thursday was marked by an internet shutdown, tight security, and long queues. President Museveni faces opposition from Bobi Wine.
Would you pay for an empty seat? This European budget airline has launched a neighbour-free upgrade
A 2023 consumer survey found that 42 per cent of passengers would consider paying a fee to have the middle seat empty.
Protest in Israel supports Iranian demonstrators after weeks of unrest
About 100 members of the Persian Jewish community in Israel gathered to express support for Iranian protesters, following several weeks of anti-government demonstrations. The participants voiced solidarity and called for freedom and political reform in Iran.
European troops arrive in Greenland as US and Denmark talks fail to resolve dispute
The deployment was announced the same day the foreign ministers of Denmark and Greenland met with US Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Washington.
Back with Bangtan! BTS return with world tour dates sparking sales frenzy
South Korea's K-pop supergroup BTS are getting back together and their plans for a world tour have triggered a storm online as fans scramble for tickets.
How do Europeans feel about using AI in education?
While most EU countries encourage AI in education, citizens believe teachers should play a key role in supporting students in navigating the technology safely.
'EU-US trade deal is separate from Greenland dispute,' top MEP McAllister tells Euronews
David McAllister, the influential chair of the European Parliament's Committee on Foreign Affairs, argues the parliament should not derail the ratification the EU-US trade deal to punish Trump over US threats to acquire Greenland in an interview with Euronews.