Ukraine and Russia swap 205 prisoners of war each in US-brokered exchange
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Telegram most of the Ukrainians handed over had been in Russian captivity since 2022.
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These are the best cocktail bars in Europe, according to the Pinnacle Guide
The guide’s assessment, which assigns up to three ‘pins’, looks at the drinks programme, look and feel, and community.
FC Barcelona tells Euronews 'no comment' after Israel accuses Yamal of 'inciting hatred'
In response to a Euronews request for a comment, FC Barcelona declined to back its star player Lamine Yamal after Israel’s defence minister accused him of “inciting hatred towards Israel” for waving a Palestinian flag. The club said it had “no comment” to make on the issue.
Europe dominates new ranking of the world’s best walking cities for 2026
Rome, Madrid and Budapest are among the European hotspots leading a new global ranking of the best cities to explore on foot, while destinations across Asia and Latin America rapidly climb the list.
Stock trade disclosure reveals Trump made massive gains on Big Tech bets
A newly released ethics filing has revealed that US President Donald Trump made over 3,600 stock trades during the first quarter of 2026 with a value of between $220 million (€188mn) and $750 million (€641mn).
Five countries push back against Commission's electric grid plans
The five capitals argue that the European Commission oversteps member states’ national competences and misunderstands how energy systems operate. They call for a European Union based on coordinated regional systems rather than a fully centralised energy union.
Blue Flag beaches: Spain hits a new record with 794 sandy stretches awarded, followed by Greece
Mediterranean beaches have swept the Blue Flag awards again this year.
South Korea opens Galaxy Robot Park in Seoul with K-pop, AI shows and family fun
South Korea has opened the Galaxy Robot Park in Seoul, a robot-themed entertainment venue featuring humanoid boxing matches, K-pop dance shows and interactive AI attractions for children and families.
Underwhelming summit outcome in China brings Trump back to reality
After raising high expectations ahead of his trip to Beijing, the U.S. president leaves with little to show for it, disappointing investors. On key flashpoints such as Iran and Taiwan, China didn't give any ground.
Could the EU’s next budget shrink civil society and NGOs?
The European Commission says its next long-term budget will strengthen democratic values. Civil society groups warn it could instead quietly weaken NGOs by removing protected funding and shifting control to national governments.
New Ebola outbreak in remote Congo province leaves 65 dead, 246 infected
Congo is suffering a new Ebola outbreak with 246 suspected cases and 65 deaths recorded so far, according to the Africa CDC.
'Point of no return': 36 countries join special tribunal to prosecute Vladimir Putin
The tribunal on the crime of aggression against Ukraine marks "the point of no return" in the search for justice, the country's foreign minister said on Friday. But the court will face limitations in bringing Putin to justice.
Shakira, Madonna and BTS to headline FIFA's first-ever World Cup final halftime show
FIFA has announced the star-studded line up of its first-ever World Cup half time show with Madonna, Shakira and BTS all set to feature as world football's governing body seeks to emulate the success of the NFL's Superbowl show.
Iraq swears in new prime minister as US presses Baghdad to disarm Iran-backed groups
Iraqi parliament approved Ali al-Zaidi's government on Thursday, with the new prime minister vowing a state monopoly on weapons as Washington leans on Baghdad to disarm Iran-backed groups.
Denmark's Queen Margrethe has angioplasty in hospital, royal palace says
Hugely popular among Danes for subtly modernising the monarchy, Margrethe has faced multiple health problems in recent years.
Latest news bulletin | May 15th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 15th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
WHO warns nicotine pouches risk hooking a new generation
The World Health Organization warns that use of nicotine pouches is expanding rapidly worldwide, with weak regulation leaving young people exposed to aggressive marketing and addiction. WHO’s report ‘Exposing marketing tactics and strategies driving the growth of nicotine
Marc Jacobs parts ways with LVMH after nearly 30 years
The American designer, 63, will stay on as creative director as his label changes hands for the first time in three decades, with LVMH pressing ahead with a broader portfolio clear-out.
Merz doubles down on opposition to ‘Draghi-style’ common debt proposal
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz reiterated his opposition to issue additional joint debt to strengthen European competitiveness during a speech in Aachen on Thursday, in response to Mario Draghi’s acceptance speech for the Charlemagne Prize.
EU activates crisis response mechanism to monitor hantavirus outbreak
The Cyprus Presidency has activated the EU’s Integrate Political Crisis Response (IPCR) arrangements to intensify monitoring of the hantavirus outbreak that has prompted heightened vigilance across member states. “As a matter of precaution, we have decided to make use of the
Greece's budget surplus of €5bn blows past forecasts in first quarter of 2026
Greece's primary budget surplus reached €5.175bn in the first three months of 2026 — more than double the €2.298bn target — though the ministry said one-off transfers and early fund receipts inflated the headline figure.
Watch: Beyond Eurovision's glitter - how geopolitics became the biggest act in Vienna
Have you ever wondered what makes a hit in 2026? According to Spotify, a song should have a tempo of 127 beats per minute, a four-four time signature, and the key of F Major. But this year, the biggest hit at Eurovision is not a melody; it is the politics.
Spain's PM Pedro Sánchez 'proud' of Barcelona's Yamal in Palestinian flag row
Relations between Spain and Israel have plummeted since the start of the Gaza war, sparked by the Hamas-led attack on Israel on 7 October 2023.
Death toll from large-scale Russian attack that slammed Ukraine rises to 24
The drone and missile barrage, that mostly targeted Kyiv, marked one of Russia's largest attacks in the past four years. Many EU leaders voiced support for Ukraine.
Cristiano Ronaldo adds free sports streamer to his business empire ahead of the World Cup
The channel will be responsible for showing 34 matches from the 2026 World Cup, live and at no cost to viewers, including all the matches of the Portuguese national football team.
Which European countries are the largest exporters of plastic waste?
Plastic waste exports from Europe hit new highs in 2025, with Germany and the UK leading shipments abroad. Which countries are taking it in?
14 new beaches in Italy have been awarded Blue Flags – here's where they are
There are now 525 award-winning beaches, with Liguria in the lead and growth in Calabria, Puglia and Sicily.
Helsinki Airport resumes flights after drone alert forces suspension, officials say
Europe has been on high alert for weeks after drone flyovers into NATO airspace reached an unprecedented scale last September, prompting leaders to agree to develop a "drone wall" along their borders.
Protests erupt in Havana as Cuba faces severe fuel shortages
Small protests broke out in Havana over worsening shortages of food, power, and fuel, as Cuban authorities blamed US sanctions for the crisis and warned that fuel reserves had run out.
Blocked sunlight and changing clouds: How coal pollution is damaging our solar potential
Scientists warn that solar capacity is being damaged, as the world clings to polluting coal power.
Trump-Xi summit: Europe watches as Washington and Beijing reset the board
Donald Trump’s Beijing summit with President Xi Jinping has ended with both sides claiming success — but Europe should be cautious before celebrating. After two days of talks, Trump described the visit as “great” and said the two leaders had reached “fantastic trade deals”.
Heading to Mexico City for the World Cup? Here’s where to go and what to see
Azteca stadium is set to host five matches this summer as one of the host cities.
Fact check: Is the EU about to restrict the use of VPNs?
Claims that the EU could restrict the use of VPNs have spread widely online in recent weeks, prompting concerns among some users about digital freedoms and online privacy. However, they seem to have stemmed from a misunderstanding.
Letting Israel participate in Eurovision 'wrong from the beginning', Spain’s culture minister says
Eurovision is 'whitewashing’ the Israel-Hamas war by allowing Israel to compete, Spain's Minister of Culture Ernest Urtasun told Euronews in exclusive comments.
Europe’s AI defence revolution: who’s leading and what comes next?
Analysts told Euronews Next that Germany, France, Ukraine and the United Kingdom stand out as countries that have done the most for AI military integration so far.
Ireland sees changes to migration policies and improved digital inclusion
Registration fee waived for migrant victims of domestic abuse The Department of Justice announced the domestic abuse concession scheme for migrant victims of domestic abuse. Under the scheme, anyone who experiences domestic abuse - and whose permission to be in Ireland is
North Korea slams UK over sanctions on camp allegedly linked to abducted Ukrainian children
Since the war in Ukraine erupted in 2022, 2,318 Ukrainian children remain missing, while 20,570 have been deported or forcibly displaced and 704 killed, according to a Ukrainian government portal.
King Charles and Idris Elba share the DJ stage at royal garden party
King Charles III marks 50 years of The King’s Trust at Buckingham Palace, celebrating its support for 1.5 million disadvantaged young people worldwide.
Drone fallout rocks Latvia and fragile US–China reset
Latvia is reeling from a major drone incursion last week that resulted in the resignation of the prime minister and the sacking of the defence minister. As the country reckons with major questions about its air defences, Europe is also watching the finale of Trump's visit to
BYD in talks to buy idle European car plants as it eyes Maserati
BYD is in talks with Stellantis and other carmakers about buying underused European plants, according to the Chinese carmaker's vice-president.
Podcast | Hungary after Viktor Orbán: How 16 years vanished in 30 days
After 16 years of Viktor Orbán’s rule, Hungary suddenly feels like a different country. The billboards are gone, the propaganda machine has fallen silent, and new Prime Minister Péter Magyar is promising sweeping change. This week on Euronews’ weekly podcast Brussels, My Love?,
Rise in dolphin and whale sightings in Cyprus prompts increased protection measures
In recent weeks, an increased presence of dolphins and other cetaceans has been recorded in the marine areas of Cyprus.
New EMN inform examines digital inclusion and accessibility in legal migration procedures
A new European Migration Network (EMN) inform examines how digital services can enhance accessibility for applicants with disabilities and for those who are digitally disadvantaged, drawing on contributions from 25 EMN Member and Observer Countries. Overview A new European
Xi gives Trump private tour of secret garden in Beijing
Chinese President Xi Jinping accompanies US counterpart Donald Trump on a walk through the gardens of Zhongnanhai, a central leadership compound next to Beijing's Forbidden City.
Eurovision Song Contest 2026: Ten more countries complete lineup for Saturday's finale
The Eurovision Song Contest's final lineup has been decided, with five more countries on their way home after failing to make it out of second semifinal on Thursday.
US reportedly seeks to indict Cuba's ex-president Raúl Castro as energy crisis deepens
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has renewed an offer of €85 million in aid on the condition that the assistance be distributed by the Catholic Church, bypassing the government.
Revised 2026 EU ETS auction calendars published
The European Energy Exchange (EEX) has published the revised 2026 EU ETS auction calendars. The published calendars reflect the auctioning of 50 million allowances for the Social Climate Fund (SCF), of which 10 million allowances originally auctioned and allocated to member
Commission launches the European Housing Alliance
Energy and Housing Commissioner Dan Jørgensen (pictured) is inviting member states, regions, cities and stakeholders across the Union to join Europe’s first-ever Housing Alliance. This landmark initiative is designed to strengthen cooperation, mutual learning, and sharing of
Europe Today: Latvia in turmoil after PM resigns over drone incursion — what now?
Latvia, an EU and NATO member, is facing political turmoil after PM Evika Siliņa resigned yesterday following a drone incursion described as a major security failure. Europe Today has exclusive comments from former Defence Minister Andris Sprūds, who also stepped down this week.
Commission launches call for applications for revised Expert Group on drones and innovative air mobility
The European Commission is set to review the Drone Strategy 2.0 this year, to assess progress since its adoption in 2022 and identify possible adjustments or additional measures for the development of the EU’s drone market. To support this work and reflect developments in the