Aerial footage reveals the scale of Spain’s La Mierla wildfire
Aerial footage shows the scale of the La Mierla wildfire in Guadalajara, Spain, as firefighters battle a blaze that has burned up to 30,000 hectares.
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Europe Today: Will Greece derail the EU's latest Russia sanctions?
The EU is racing to approve a new package of sanctions against Russia, but Greece is unexpectedly blocking it. Meanwhile, one year after the EU struck a controversial trade deal with the US, we examine its impact on Europe and analyse Trump's recent move to impose a 50% tariff
No one wants to be the boss: Why is Gen Z turning down promotions?
Fewer young employees aspire to management roles and if businesses fail to develop new leaders and encourage Gen Z to take on managerial roles, they may find it increasingly difficult to maintain organisational effectiveness.
Air passengers' rights: Airlines have 12 months to adopt new rules
The European Council has given its final green light to a major overhaul of EU air passenger rights, starting a 12-month countdown for airlines to prepare and adopt the new rules. Watch the video
Trek from Poland to Italy: New 3,500km hiking trail crosses six European countries
From Poland’s Baltic coast to Italy’s Adriatic shores, the new Wolf Trail takes hikers on a mammoth journey through six European countries, crossing mountains, forests and historic cities along the way.
Latest news bulletin | July 22nd, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 22nd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Up to five daily cups of coffee are safe for the heart, new review says
A major new review says up to five cups of coffee a day is safe for most adults and may even come with benefits.
Outcry in Algeria over doctor deaths after gruelling on-call shifts
A resident neurosurgeon died of a heart attack after a 24-hour shift, and an anaesthesiologist died days later — deaths colleagues say reflect years of chronic overwork, understaffing and inadequate conditions in Algeria's public hospitals, demanding a revision of on-call rules
Spain house prices: Resale homes rise 17.2% to the highest level in 21 years
The asking price of resale homes in Spain reached €3,133 per square metre in June, up 4% in the second quarter and 17.2% from June 2025 levels.
Amazon forest fires fell to all-time low in 2025 but could a super El Niño halt progress?
"There is no climate security for the world without a protected Amazon".
Wildfire that ravaged southern France brought under control, firefighters say
France has been tackling a significant number of forest fires. Last week, President Emmanuel Macron said France had not faced this many outbreaks of fire across the country since the end of World War II.
Trump says US has no interest in Iran talks as cost of war increases
The US entered its 11th consecutive night of strikes on Iran, while Tehran expanded its offensive against Gulf states. Meanwhile, Pakistan stepped up diplomatic efforts in hopes of salvaging the interim deal between the two.
Aliyev says former Russian and German officials were in Baku for possible meeting over Ukraine
Azerbaijan’s president revealed that former Russian and German officials were in Baku at the same time earlier in July, but that Azerbaijan’s authorities were neither notified nor aware of the meeting, which might have involved discussions over Ukraine.
Zelenskyy replaces Oleksandr Syrskyi with Mykhailo Drapatyi as Ukraine's commander-in-chief
Under pressure from civil society and widespread protests across Ukraine, President Zelenskyy on Tuesday replaced General Syrskyi with Mykhailo Drapatyi as Ukraine's commander-in-chief.
Trump promises US support for Lebanon in White House meeting with president
Lebanon and Israel have held rare direct talks mediated by Washington. Aoun’s visit was the first to the White House by a Lebanese president since 2009.
Zelensky sacks Ukraine's top army commander after days of protests
Oleksandr Syrskyi is dismissed after backlash over the removal of popular Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.
Emergency farm law adopted: conditional return of two pesticides
The law confirms that, by way of exemption, permission may be granted to use two controversial pesticides: acetamiprid, harmful to pollinators, and flupyradifurone, likely to be sold as treated seeds.
US appeals court rejects Biden bid to block release of memoir ghostwriter recordings
A divided three-judge panel of the US Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit suspended its decision until 3 August to give Biden more time to consider a further appeal.
Aliyev visits Berlin to deepen energy and trade ties with Germany
Azerbaijan and Germany signed a strategic partnership declaration covering energy, transport and trade, with Chancellor Merz welcoming Azerbaijan's gas deliveries, expected to reach 2 billion cubic metres annually by next year, as a further step away from reliance on Moscow.
Spanish singer Julio Iglesias sues Spain's deputy PM Yolanda Díaz, demands €50,000
The singer has filed a lawsuit in the Supreme Court against the deputy prime minister, alleging a violation of his right to honour and seeking €50,000 over remarks she made about sexual abuse allegations brought by two former employees.
France becomes the first country in Europe to officially ban social media for under-15s
Other EU countries such as Greece, Slovenia and Sweden are planning to restrict minors' access to social media.
Russia at Venice Biennale, Brussels cuts €2m EU funding: appeal ready
Fresh clash between the European Union and the Venice Biennale: EU funding suspended, the Foundation files an appeal and the Italian government lashes out.
Russia at Venice Biennale, Brussels cuts €2 million in EU funds: appeal planned
New clash between the European Union and the Venice Biennale: EU funds halted, the Foundation appeals and Italy’s government voices criticism.
Russian prison intercepts cat used to smuggle drugs into penal colony
In Russia, offenders reportedly used a cat to smuggle illegal drugs into Correctional Colony No. 17 in the city of Nizhny Novgorod.
The EU’s Forced-Labour Regulation Faces a Credibility Test
By Fair Work Review Editorial Team The European Union’s new forced-labour regulation is an important development in global supply-chain governance. If implemented fairly, it can help protect workers, strengthen corporate accountability and prevent products made under coercive
Latest news bulletin | July 21st, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 21st, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Thousands sign petition supporting Turkish governor after cycling tights row
No reason was given for Mehmet Fatih Çiçekli's removal, but it came after he was criticised for posting pictures on a bike wearing cycling tights.
D-Day nears for Unesco listing of Normandy landing beaches
The bid to have the D-Day landing beaches listed as UNESCO World Heritage has entered a decisive phase, with a decision due between 24 and 27 July. Beyond its symbolic value, the status could boost tourism while helping to protect this endangered heritage.
D-Day nears for UNESCO listing of France's Normandy landing beaches
The bid to have the D-Day landing beaches listed as UNESCO World Heritage site has entered a decisive phase, with a decision due between 24 and 27 July. Beyond its symbolic value, the status could boost tourism while helping to protect this endangered heritage.
Firefighters battle major wildfire as thousands of hectares burn in central Spain
Firefighters battle a major wildfire in Spain's Guadalajara province as flames destroy thousands of hectares and force more than 1,200 people to flee.
Spain toughens its fight against tobacco: what does the new government law include?
The government has approved a bill to expand smoke-free areas, ban smoking by minors, treat e-cigarettes like regular tobacco and tighten rules on their sale, advertising and sponsorship.
Spain moves to ban smoking on terraces and beaches under new anti-tobacco law
The bill extends smoke-free areas, bans under-18s from smoking, treats vapes like tobacco and tightens rules on their sale, advertising and sponsorship.
Wildfire spreads in southeastern France as firefighters battle blaze
Firefighting aircrafts battled a fast-moving wildfire in southeastern France as the blaze spread across hundreds of hectares, prompting evacuations and threatening nearby communities.
Messi's strange pre-final video puzzles World Cup fans
Messi’s team talk before the 2026 World Cup final sparked theories online. Journalist Eduardo Feinmann relayed claims that Messi’s call to 'forget everything' was linked to rumours circulating before the match, although this has not been confirmed.
Brussels prepares first digital rulebook fine against Google, risking Trump's ire: media reports
German media reports say the EU executive is set to announce the fine against the tech titan on Thursday in a move that could escalate tensions with the Trump administration over digital services.
UK to remove 5% tax on electricity bills as Burnham holds first cabinet meeting
The UK's new prime minister, Andy Burnham, has held his first cabinet meeting, telling ministers he will set out his plans "over the coming days" and promised to reveal how his government will pay for any reductions in tax.
Luke Skywalker's 'The Empire Strikes Back' lightsaber breaks Star Wars record at auction
The lightsaber used by actor Mark Hamill in 'The Empire Strikes Back' (1980) has broken a record at auction for the sale of screen-used props. It sold for $3.75 million.
UN reports 144 dead or missing after migrant boat is stranded at sea for 25 days
Two children onboard the boat bound for the Canary Islands lost their entire family before the passengers were picked up by a rescue operation from Mauritania.
Living near noisy traffic could increase Parkinson’s risk, study finds
Long-term exposure to a busy road may increase the chances of developing Parkinson's disease, though a quiet side of the house could give some protection, new research suggests.
Uzbekistan forum explores Islamic civilisation's role in modern science
Researchers, religious leaders and policymakers examined how centuries of Islamic scholarship continue to influence education, scientific research and international cooperation.
Dozens hurt in Bologna protests after man dies while being restrained by police
Thousands of people took to the streets demanding justice for a Moroccan-born man who died on Sunday.
Spain backs Hernández de Cos in first-ever bid for the ECB presidency, reports say
The Spanish government has chosen Pablo Hernández de Cos, general manager of the Bank for International Settlements and former Bank of Spain governor, as its candidate to succeed Christine Lagarde at the ECB.
Row escalates in Ukraine over army chief's future
Protesters are demanding Oleksandr Syrskyi be removed and former defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov reinstated by Friday.
Fabricated AI animal videos are distorting how we see wildlife, researchers warn
AI-generated animal footage is racking up millions of views online, but researchers warn it is also distorting public understanding of wildlife behaviour and could be undermining support for conservation.
Middle East flights: Air France suspends routes to Riyadh, Dubai and Beirut
Air France said it is ‘monitoring the situation’ in ‘real time’ while other carriers including KLM, British Airways, Aegean and Singapore Airlines have also issued recent updates on their Middle East flights.
Four drone strikes in four days hit tankers carrying Kazakhstan's oil
Drone attacks on vessels in the Black Sea tasked with transporting Kazakhstan's oil persisted for multiple days, with Astana condemning the strikes. The CPC route carries around 80% of Kazakhstan's oil exports and more than 1% of global supply.
Iran vows to bomb own land as fears grow over Kuwait incursion
Iranian MPs called for capturing US soldiers and launching ground attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain, as discussions grew over a possible ground operation by either side and US strikes entered their 10th consecutive day.
Lebanese army begins deployment to southern regions after Israel deal
Beirut announced the beginning of its mobilisation to the southern Lebanese regions as President Aoun prepares for a high-stakes meeting with US President Donald Trump on Tuesday to conclude his four-day visit to Washington.
Invasive snakes at German landfill: hunt for green whip snake
From a landfill in Germany’s West Palatinate, the green-yellow western whip snake is spreading. Reptile expert Hubert Laufer has already caught over 300 of this invasive species and tells Euronews why he is still hunting them.