Explosions ring out in Tehran as Israel says it struck a centrifuge site overnight
Israel and Iran traded overnight fire as the conflict between the pair enters its sixth day.
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Latest news bulletin | June 18th – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
The Netherlands hiked cigarette taxes to get smokers to quit. Many are buying tobacco abroad instead
The Dutch public health agency said policy changes are needed to prevent smokers from evading the country’s high tobacco taxes by buying these products abroad.
2025 State of the Digital Decade report urges renewed action on digital transformation and technological sovereignty
The European Commission's State of the Digital Decade 2025 report assessed the EU's progress along the four target areas for the EU's digital transformation by 2030, highlighting achievements and gaps in the areas of digital infrastructure, digitalization of businesses, digital
G7 leaders fail to reach major agreements on key global issues after Trump's early departure
The summit concluded with a broadly worded statement in which leaders of the G7 unanimously agreed that Iran cannot be allowed to obtain a nuclear weapon and called for de-escalation in the Middle East.
Trump to sign executive order this week to extend TikTok's deadline to sell the app by 90 days
The new order will be the third time Trump has delayed the ban imposed by Congress and upheld by the US Supreme Court on the viral video sharing app owned by the Chinese company, ByteDance.
Explosions heard in Tehran as Israel launches a new wave of airstrikes
US President Donald Trump says diplomatic talks are still an option for Iran as he offers to send Vice President JD Vance and special envoy Steve Witkoff to resume talks with the Iranians amid heightened regional tensions and cross-border attacks.
Belgian prosecutor seeks to try ex-diplomat over Congolese hero's killing
Etienne Davignon, 92, is accused of involvement in the detention of Patrice Lumumba before he was killed in 1961.
Israeli arms firm Rafael threatens to sue France over Paris Air Show shutdown
Rafael and other Israeli arms companies were blocked from exhibiting at the Paris Air Show for refusing to remove attack weapons from display. The firms say the move is discriminatory and are preparing legal action.
Poland adds minefields to 'East Shield' protective barrier with Russia and Belarus
Authorities in Warsaw say they have added minefields to the "East Shield" project, the name given to the protective barrier at the border with Russia and Belarus. Construction began in November last year and now occurs year-round, seven days a week.
Intense military aircraft movement signals rapid build-up of US striking capabilities in Middle East
US military movements in the Mediterranean suggest Washington may join Israel in strikes on Iran. Trump warned Tehran residents to evacuate, signaling a shift from negotiation to potential military action.
Spain's government blames huge blackout on grid regulator and private firms
Spain and Portugal were disconnected from Europe's electricity grid for hours in April, causing chaos.
Austrian gunman was obsessed with school shootings, police say
The 21-year-old, who meticulously planned the attack at his former high school in Graz, killed nine students and a teacher.
Will a new strategy improve European water management?
One third of the EU is affected by water scarcity and with water pollution and high demand for water, more investment and innovation is needed. We look at the pros and cons of the proposals in the new European Water Resilience Strategy.
Latest news bulletin | June 17th – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Spain says April's blackout was caused by multiple technical failures and rules out cyberattack
The 28 April outage started shortly after 12:30pm in Spain and lasted through nightfall, disrupting businesses, transport systems, mobile networks, Internet connectivity and other critical infrastructure.
Seven injured as powerful storm lashes Croatia's western coast
A powerful summer storm swept across western parts of Croatia’s coast on Monday night, injuring seven people and causing widespread damage in the Istrian region.
Venice activists plan to disrupt Jeff Bezos's wedding
The Amazon founder and Lauren Sánchez are due to tie the knot next week - as activists say Venice is being turned into an "asset" for the rich and famous.
Banks backtracked on climate pledges last year, handing €750bn to fossil fuel firms
In total, banks have financed fossil fuels to the tune of €6.9 trillion since the Paris Agreement was signed.
Portugal arrests six people linked to far-right group and seizes cache of explosives and weapons
Authorities seized several explosives, firearms — some built with 3D printers — and rounds of ammunition and knives in the operation, police said in a statement.
EU Parliament to criminalise AI-generated child abuse material
EU lawmakers from left to right voted by landslide to criminalise AI-generated child abuse images. The sweeping law also tackles grooming, livestreaming, sextortion and age of consent, aiming to close loopholes and protect children across the EU.
Lithuania to make nursing school tuition free for hundreds of students to bolster health workforce
The EU-funded initiative aims to combat the Baltic country’s nursing shortages.
Watch: Crater found in central Israel following overnight Iranian attack
A crater was left in Herzliya, just north of Tel Aviv, after Iran launched a fresh wave of missiles at Israel overnight and into Tuesday morning.
The EU seeks to slash red tape for defence as money 'is not enough' to kickstart production
The EU is racing to adapt its defence posture to the threat posed by Russia amid uncertainty over Washington's continued military support.
How the water gun has become a symbol for Barcelona residents 'fed up' with the tourism industry
The phenomenon started last July, when a fringe, left-wing activist group held its first successful rally.
Tehran residents flee as Israel-Iran conflict continues for fifth day
Tehran began emptying early on Tuesday after US President Donald Trump urged the immediate evacuation of the Iranian capital amid intensifying Israeli airstrikes.
European Commission proposes new measures to phase out Russian oil and gas
The European Commission proposed a new law outlining deadlines and strategies for phasing out Russian oil and gas, excluding nuclear energy, which will be addressed separately.
Flight cancelled to Israel or Iran? Here are your passenger rights and travel insurance advice
Major carriers including Emirates, Lufthansa, Air France, United, and Delta have suspended flights to the Middle East region.
Unstoppable grafters: The EU countries with the highest rates of pensioners working after retirement
In some countries, people with a pensioner status clock in more hours than common employees. The hardest grafters? Bulgarians and Greeks.
How Stihia festival transforms Aral Sea’s ship graveyard into a vibrant cultural hub
Stihia Festival attracts thousands to Muynak, Uzbekistan, spotlighting the Aral Sea’s environmental crisis while blending electronic music, art, and local culture on the site of a vanished sea.
Kazakhstan’s aviation is set to triple—what’s behind the surge?
Positioned between Europe and East Asia, Kazakhstan is fast emerging as a ‘midway hub.’ With its aviation sector set to triple over the next decade, what’s fuelling the take-off?
‘Diplomatically and politically messy’: How NASA cuts could impact Europe’s space projects
Experts tell Euronews Next that if the US Congress passes the proposed NASA budget cuts, the EU-US relationship will never be able to go back to the way it was.
Russian strike on Odesa kills one and injures 17, including pregnant woman
A Russian missile strike on the southern Ukrainian city of Odesa on Tuesday morning has killed one person and left at least 17 injured, local officials say.
US action against Iran would fuel 'broader conflict' in the Middle East, Kallas warns
Kaja Kallas has spoken against the idea of the United States direct involvement in the military escalation between Israel and Iran.
EU clinches deal to ease cross-border data protection cooperation
Investigations under the General Data Protection Regulation must now be completed in 15 months.
Von der Leyen blasts China's 'blackmail' in direct appeal to Trump at G7 summit
During the G7 summit, Ursula von der Leyen said the source of "the biggest collective problem" in the global trading system dates back to China's accession to the World Trade Organization (WTO) in 2001.
Thousands flee Tehran as conflict with Israel continues to escalate
A partial evacuation order was issued by the Israeli military to 330,000 people living in the centre of Iran’s capital early on Monday.
What to know about Iran’s missiles and Israel’s air defence system
Since the conflict began on Friday, Iran has launched around 370 ballistic missiles at Israel, according to the Israel Defence Forces (IDF). But what kinds of projectiles are being used—and how robust is Israel’s air defence system against potential waves of retaliatory attacks
Tehran's fate up in air as Trump vows 'a real end' to Israel-Iran conflict
As the Israel-Iran conflict escalates, Israeli Defence Minister Katz and US President Trump call for the immediate evacuation of Tehran residents, warning of severe consequences, while the EU's Kallas confirmed the bloc is working on evacuating its citizens.
Atmospheric and heat waves: Scientists identify another way climate change ‘comes back to bite us’
Climate scientist Michael Mann explains the complex connections between climate change, atmospheric waves, and extreme weather.
Gloomy trading in the European markets as oil keeps climbing
Shares slide and crude oil prices bounce higher as Israel warns people in Iran's capital to evacuate.
In the wreckage of a deadly Air India crash, surviving doctors rushed to save lives
Many believe that the death toll would have been higher if it had not been for the intervention of the trainee doctors and students.
A Greek defense industry “success story”: Theon Group’s leading role and international presence
Theon Group began its operations in 1997 in Greece to become today the leading company in the world in manportable electrooptics, which means anything that a soldier carries that is electrooptical.
Best and funniest signs from mass No Kings protests against Trump
The national and international protests against President Donald Trump took place in towns and cities across the US and Europe in a coordinated event titled "No Kings". Here are some of the best placards from this weekend’s movement outside the US embassy in Amsterdam.
German economic morale soars in June: 'Confidence is picking up'
Germany’s economic sentiment soared to 47.5 in June, its highest since March, driven by stronger demand and policy support. But European stocks fell as Israel-Iran tensions escalated, oil prices rose, and investors awaited the Fed’s policy decision.
Latest news bulletin | June 17th – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Illicit cigarette trade surges in France and the Netherlands, raising alarm over policy failures
A new report from global consultancy KPMG has revealed a sharp rise in illicit cigarette consumption across the European Union, with France and the Netherlands emerging as epicentres of the surge. According to the 2024 KPMG study, smokers in the European Union consumed 38.9
Russian missile and drone attack on Kyiv kills at least 14
At least 14 people have been killed and 44 injured after a combined Russian missile and drone attack struck Kyiv overnight, Ukrainian officials say.
US and UK sign a trade deal, but steel imports are still in question
The two leaders agreed on the details of how to implement the trading terms disclosed last month, including lowering tariffs on key British exports and opening the door of the UK to US imports.
WhatsApp users will soon get ads. That might cause backlash in Europe
WhatsApp is now going to start showing ads on the popular chat app after years of providing free services with no strings attached.