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Four migrants found dead near Croatia-Slovenia border, police say
More than 12,500 people used the so-called Balkan route in 2025, according to data from the European border agency, Frontex.
German minehunter heads to Mediterranean for possible Hormuz mission
Germany’s minehunter Fulda departed from Kiel for the Mediterranean as Berlin considers a possible future deployment in the Strait of Hormuz.
Six takeaways from the European Political Community in Armenia
From Mark Carney's headline-grabbing attendance to Roberta Metsola's sharp rebuke, Euronews breaks down the six takeaways from the European Political Community in Armenia.
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Armenia tests Moscow’s patience with Zelenskyy visit and EU leaders’ summit
One month before the highly anticipated parliamentary elections, Armenia’s Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan set out the country’s foreign policy trajectory with striking clarity, hosting European leaders, the NATO secretary general, and even Ukraine’s president.
EU ambassadors hold private discussions on mutual defence clause amid rising geopolitical tensions
Representatives from the EU's 27 countries are simulating how to collectively respond to a variety of threats spanning hybrid attacks to typical aggressions. But questions loom regarding the exact details of the scenarios — and outcomes.
Everything you need to know about the Meta trial that could reshape social media
The landmark trial is entering its second phase, following an earlier jury verdict that already found Meta liable and imposed hundreds of millions of dollars in penalties.
World's top humanitarian groups sound alarm over 'worsening' attacks on medical care in war zones
The Red Cross, the WHO, and Médecins Sans Frontières denounce “failure of political will” to stop attacks on healthcare worldwide.
Roberta Metsola clashes with Azerbaijan's Aliyev at European summit in Armenia
Aliyev lashed out at the European Parliament over its "obsession" with the country, announcing a suspension of cooperation. Metsola offered a sharp rebuttal in defense of her institution: "Won't change the way we work."
Celebrations as Modi’s ruling party poised to take control of India's West Bengal state
Supporters of Indian prime minister Narendra Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) celebrate as trends released by the Election Commission show BJP leading in 176 out of 294 seats in West Bengal.
Spirit Airlines: What rights do passengers have if an airline collapses?
Some travel insurance policies may cover airline insolvency, and those who have booked with a credit card can initiate a chargeback.
Dubai residents take shelter as UAE intercepts suspected missile attack
Euronews journalists reported hearing explosions from air defence intercepts above Dubai after a missile alert on Monday, as the UAE said Iran struck an ADNOC-linked tanker in the Strait of Hormuz.
Children are drawing moustaches on their faces to fool online age checks - and it's working
A new report reveals that children across the UK are outwitting online safety measures with fake birthdays, borrowed IDs, and some surprisingly creative facial hair.
No, Spain isn't handing out thousands of euros to newly regularised migrants
Madrid's regularisation programme has been a breeding ground for misinformation ever since it was announced earlier this year.
’They know they’re safe’: 1,500 beagle dogs start new lives after being rescued from research lab
The rescue has been called a “landmark breakthrough for animal welfare”.
Prix Versailles reveals the world’s most beautiful museums for 2026
The prestigious architectural award Prix Versailles has unveiled its 2026 list of the world’s most beautiful museums. Only one European museum made it...
EU moves to ban high-risk inverters from China over cybersecurity threats
An EU official stated that 'serious' economic and cybersecurity threats had been identified, adding that the Commission’s evaluation was based on both classified and publicly available information submitted by several member states.
Spain seizes record 40-tonne cocaine haul in Atlantic Ocean, Civil Guard union says
Spain's close ties with Latin America and proximity to Morocco, a top cannabis producer, make it a key entry point for drugs into Europe.
Competitors race and jump at Germany’s Hobby Horse Championship
Participants rode stick horses through jumping and dressage events during Germany’s second national Hobby Horse Championship in Frankfurt.
German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt wants to retain controls at EU borders
Alexander Dobrindt continues to favour controls at the EU's internal borders, saying they should remain part of the current migration policy, despite courts and researchers opposing them.
EU and US trade chiefs to meet as tariff tensions escalate
The Turnberry deal is still under negotiation between EU governments and lawmakers before it can take effect on the EU side, and the Commission warned that if the US takes actions deemed inconsistent with the agreement, it reserves the right to consider all options.
Glitz, glamour, protest: Met Gala sparks calls for boycott over Jeff Bezos takeover
The Met Gala faces controversy, with huge names said to be skipping tonight’s event over the involvement of Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos and his wife, Lauren Sánchez.
Anthropic in talks to secure UK-based Fractile AI chips and diversify supply
Anthropic is reportedly in discussions to procure high-performance AI chips from Fractile, a London-based start-up. The agreement aims to diversify the hardware supply chain of the Claude creator, namely away from Nvidia.
US launches 'Project Freedom' to escort ships through Strait of Hormuz
Trump announced the US would begin guiding ships on Monday through the strategic strait, a major transport route for oil, gas and fertiliser.
UAE airspace fully reopens as flights set to surge back after months of Middle East disruption
The UAE has restored full air operations after months of disruption caused by the US-Israel conflict with Iran, marking a major step towards recovery for regional travel and key hubs, including Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
Shipping giant MSC opens new trade route to bypass Hormuz disruption
As tensions choke the Strait of Hormuz, Mediterranean Shipping Company races to keep global trade moving with new route.
Tehran regime executes three protesters, one 'without evidence'
Iran’s judiciary says three protesters detained over the January unrest in the city of Mashhad have been hanged, as rights groups report four murder convicts were executed in a unrelated case in Isfahan.
UK airlines to group passengers from different flights on same day to save on jet fuel
Carriers will also be able to hand back ‘slots’ at airports without punishment, removing the need to operate controversial ‘ghost flights’.
UK police return ancient artefacts to Centre of Islamic Civilisation after trafficking probe
The artefacts will be housed at the Centre of Islamic Civilisation as part of ongoing efforts to trace and recover cultural objects through cooperation with museums and the art market. The handover took place during an international cultural event marking the anniversary
Everything to know about hantavirus: Symptoms, spread and cruise ship outbreak details
So far, three people have died on a cruise ship amid a suspected hantavirus outbreak. But what is hantavirus and how does it spread?
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Czech competitor wins European Yo-Yo Championship in Bratislava
Jakub Dolejs of the Czech Republic claimed the top title in the main 1A category at the European Yo-Yo Championship in Slovakia.
Viral divisions: Are you as smart as Donald Trump at math(s)?
“Nobody should think he is ok, or think he might be ok, after watching this.” Donald Trump used a rally to dispel rumours surrounding his mental fitness, but a brag led to a percentage example which has sparked viral ridicule.
Ukrainian drone hits upmarket Moscow high-rise ahead of Victory Day celebrations
The attack comes as the Kremlin prepares to hold a scaled-back military parade on Saturday.
A new Haber–Bosch moment: Europe must rethink its fertiliser production
Europe must reinvent fertiliser production to cut agriculture's reliance on fossil fuels and protect jobs in industrial regions, writes Magnolia Tovar, a chemical engineer and expert at a climate innovation think tank, in an opinion piece for Euronews.
GameStop launches $56 billion takeover bid for e-commerce giant eBay
The gaming retailer GameStop has launched a surprise $56 billion (€47.8bn) bid to acquire the online marketplace eBay, marking a potential aggressive expansion into global e-commerce.
'Turn off the taps before mopping the floor': Renewables more cost effective than direct air capture
Direct air capture has been touted as ‘essential’ in meeting the EU’s climate goals – but is now really the time for investment?
‘Last piece of the puzzle’ in the WHO pandemic agreement delayed to 2027
The WHO Pandemic Agreement adopted in May 2025 contained one crucial proviso: it couldn’t be ratified until one of its most contested elements, the Pathogen Access and Benefit Shifting (PABS) was agreed. Despite an additional year of negotiations, diplomats have failed to
Drone strikes Moscow building just days before Russia's Victory Day parade
Just days before Russia’s Victory Day parade, a drone reportedly hit a high-rise residential building in Moscow, just kilometres away from the Kremlin.
This hiking trail in La Gomera has been named one of the world’s best by Lonely Planet
Looking to swap your daily walk a view worth going the distance for? New guide book ‘Where to Go When: Hiking’ includes more than 90 routes across Europe and beyond, highlighting the growing popularity of walking tourism.
Humanoid robots deployed to direct traffic in China
Humanoid robots have been deployed at intersections in the Chinese city of Hangzhou to assist traffic police and guide pedestrians.
Donald Trump's EU car tariffs ‘targeting Germany,’ says key German MEP
German MEP Bernd Lange said US President Donald Trump’s threat to impose 25% tariffs on EU cars appears to target Germany, following Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s criticism of the US stance on Iran. However, the move would likely breach the EU–US trade agreement reached last
You’ve got a friend in TayTay - Is Taylor Swift planning a ‘Toy Story 5’ song?
Taylor Swift has sparked rumours that new music, potentially for the Toy Story 5 soundtrack, could be on the way... A countdown briefly appeared on her official website before being taken down. Now, the clock is back and Swifties are going into overdrive...
Notification by Germany of voluntary cancellation for plants closed in 2024
On 20 November 2025, the Commission received a notification in the sense of Article 12(4) of Directive 2003/87/EC (‘ETS Directive’) from Germany, concerning its intention to voluntarily cancel allowances associated with the closure of electricity generation capacities in 14 ETS
Housing crises explodes: rents up by 60% in Europe
A coalition of European mayors is set for a high-level meeting with the European Commission and Parliament on the housing crisis. Affordable housing isn’t anymore one of the four pillars of the European social model, warns Roberto Gualtieri, Rome’s mayor, to Euronews.
Watch: The 28th EU member? Why Canada is eyeing a closer bond with Brussels
Prime Minister Mark Carney has arrived in Yerevan for the European Political Community Summit, where he is spearheading efforts to create a Middle Powers alliance. But could the world’s "most European" non-European country actually become the 28th EU member state?
EU-US relationship expected to pull focus in Armenia
The European Political Community (EPC) in the Armenian capital has attracted 47 leaders from around the world, including Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney. US President Donald Trump's trade and defence announcements are expected to be interrogated.
When 2 million voices met one stage: How Shakira made music history in Copacabana
Rio de Janeiro once again turned Copacabana into the world's biggest stage. Shakira performed on Saturday in front of two million people in a free concert that the city's mayor described as historic and will generate some $155 million for the local economy.
Two years of DMA: Does it really work?
What is the Digital Markets Act (DMA)? In 2022, the EU set out to impose strict "do’s and don’ts" on tech giants. Two years after implementation, the Commission is reviewing how successful it’s been.