https://www.euronews.com en Latest news from Euronews Euronews 2026 Sat, 19 Sep 2026 21:54:05 +0200 Sat, 19 Sep 2026 21:54:05 +0200 30 https://static.euronews.com/website/images/euronews_flatblue.png https://www.euronews.com https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/19/dutch-police-clash-with-hundreds-of-far-right-protesters-at-anti-immigration-rally https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/19/dutch-police-clash-with-hundreds-of-far-right-protesters-at-anti-immigration-rally Sat, 19 Sep 2026 21:04:15 +0200 Dutch riot police clashed with around 500 far-right protesters in The Hague during an anti-immigration rally. Police used water cannons and dogs after demonstrators threw fireworks and performed Nazi salutes. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/19/tense-berlin-election-finale-who-is-to-emerge-strongest-in-the-capital https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/19/tense-berlin-election-finale-who-is-to-emerge-strongest-in-the-capital Sat, 19 Sep 2026 20:06:46 +0200 The Left and the CDU are vying for first place, with the AfD and the Greens trailing and the SPD suffering heavy losses. An overview of parties, leading candidates, key issues and possible coalitions. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/19/germanys-defence-chief-carsten-breuer-chosen-to-head-nato-military-committee https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/19/germanys-defence-chief-carsten-breuer-chosen-to-head-nato-military-committee Sat, 19 Sep 2026 19:01:19 +0200 Germany’s defence chief Carsten Breuer was elected as the next chair of NATO’s Military Committee. He will take office in July 2027 for a three-year term, serving as the alliance’s top military adviser. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/19/a-ticking-mercury-bomb-ancient-nazi-u-boat-lies-off-norway https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/19/a-ticking-mercury-bomb-ancient-nazi-u-boat-lies-off-norway Sat, 19 Sep 2026 17:15:48 +0200 Off the Norwegian island of Fedje lies a German WWII submarine believed to contain a huge load of mercury. Underwater footage shows the state of the wreck today and why salvaging it has become a race against time. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/19/the-keg-is-tapped-munich-springs-to-life-as-oktoberfest-returns https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/19/the-keg-is-tapped-munich-springs-to-life-as-oktoberfest-returns Sat, 19 Sep 2026 15:12:37 +0200 Munich is once again in its own special “state of emergency”: for 16 days, the Theresienwiese becomes a mix of a traditional Bavarian costume catwalk, funfair, beer garden and open-air stage, as Bavaria’s capital celebrates the return of Oktoberfest. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/19/thousands-of-migrants-return-to-beaches-in-ceuta-after-new-port-facility-runs-out-of-space https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/19/thousands-of-migrants-return-to-beaches-in-ceuta-after-new-port-facility-runs-out-of-space Sat, 19 Sep 2026 14:48:51 +0200 Police had struggled to maintain order as people fought to secure a spot at the new site on Friday after weeks of living on the beaches and streets. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/19/russian-attacks-on-ukraine-kill-at-least-11-and-injure-dozens-over-past-24-hours https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/19/russian-attacks-on-ukraine-kill-at-least-11-and-injure-dozens-over-past-24-hours Sat, 19 Sep 2026 13:10:45 +0200 The Ukrainian air force reported that Russian forces had fired two “Zircon” missiles as well as 174 drones at Ukraine overnight. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/19/operations-resume-at-luxembourg-airport-after-unauthorised-drones-halt-flights https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/19/operations-resume-at-luxembourg-airport-after-unauthorised-drones-halt-flights Sat, 19 Sep 2026 08:46:30 +0200 The airport has warned of knock-on delays and disruption as airlines work to restore regular flight schedules. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/19/what-we-know-and-still-dont-about-canadas-associate-membership https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/19/what-we-know-and-still-dont-about-canadas-associate-membership Sat, 19 Sep 2026 08:00:49 +0200 The idea of making Canada the European Union's first "associate member" has caused a furore. Here's what we know and still don't know. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/video-shows-migrants-running-towards-temporary-camp-in-ceuta https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/video-shows-migrants-running-towards-temporary-camp-in-ceuta Fri, 18 Sep 2026 21:35:48 +0200 Hundreds of migrants ran towards the port of Ceuta on Friday hoping to secure a place at a new temporary camp set up by Spanish authorities. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/kyiv-and-kharkiv-strikes https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/kyiv-and-kharkiv-strikes Fri, 18 Sep 2026 20:14:49 +0200 The International Atomic Energy Agency said it has been informed of the strike on the Kursk nuclear power plant and said it was not on fire despite being operational at the time https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/irish-finance-minister-says-hormuz-closure-not-ukraine-causing-energy-crisis https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/irish-finance-minister-says-hormuz-closure-not-ukraine-causing-energy-crisis Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:27:52 +0200 The Irish Finance Minister hit back against claims made by the US that Ukraine is causing the global energy crisis, saying de-escalation in the Middle East is the only solution. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/three-parties-to-attempt-to-form-new-cabinet-following-romanian-election https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/three-parties-to-attempt-to-form-new-cabinet-following-romanian-election Fri, 18 Sep 2026 17:46:30 +0200 The previous government collapsed after a no-confidence vote following tensions over austerity and efforts to reduce Romania’s large budget deficit. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/russian-man-swims-from-kaliningrad-to-lithuania-in-failed-asylum-attempt https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/russian-man-swims-from-kaliningrad-to-lithuania-in-failed-asylum-attempt Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:45:41 +0200 A 68-year-old Russian man swam down the Nemunas River from Russia’s Kaliningrad exclave to neighbouring Lithuania to seek asylum, only to be returned to Russia. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/burnham-pledges-further-steps-to-deepen-ties-with-eu-in-meeting-with-irish-taoiseach https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/burnham-pledges-further-steps-to-deepen-ties-with-eu-in-meeting-with-irish-taoiseach Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:20:47 +0200 Micheál Martin said a closer relationship between the UK and the EU would "be of benefit to the European Union and indeed to Ireland." https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/macron-to-convene-g7-on-energy-warning-of-russian-aggression https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/macron-to-convene-g7-on-energy-warning-of-russian-aggression Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:18:06 +0200 Emmanuel Macron is calling for a "protection plan" against "Russian hybrid attacks". According to the French president, "the nature of Russian aggression and threats in Europe is changing". https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/eu-weighs-windfall-taxes-on-energy-firms-amid-growing-economic-strain https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/eu-weighs-windfall-taxes-on-energy-firms-amid-growing-economic-strain Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:16:30 +0200 EU ministers meeting in Dublin on Friday and Saturday are considering a windfall tax on energy companies, as price volatility continues to destabilise the economic outlook. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/the-worlds-first-laser-fusion-power-station-is-being-built-in-germany https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/the-worlds-first-laser-fusion-power-station-is-being-built-in-germany Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:00:09 +0200 The world’s first laser fusion power station is being built in Germany. On the site of the decommissioned Biblis nuclear power station, the switch is being made: from nuclear fission to fusion power. Euronews reporter Hans von der Brelie got access to the protected site. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/zelenskyy-launches-carpathian-eight-alliance-to-boost-regional-investment https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/zelenskyy-launches-carpathian-eight-alliance-to-boost-regional-investment Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:54:33 +0200 Ukraine's president unveiled the new eight-nation bloc at a summit in Western Ukraine on Friday, pledging cooperation on security, energy, and trade. Organisers hope to attract €9.4 billion in investments. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/canada-seeks-to-join-90bn-support-loan-for-ukraine-brussels-confirms https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/canada-seeks-to-join-90bn-support-loan-for-ukraine-brussels-confirms Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:52:28 +0200 Canada's inclusion will allow Ukraine to buy weapons from Canadian defence companies and bypass the "Made in Europe" requirements. In turn, Ottawa will have to pay a proportional share of the annual interest. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/swedens-social-democrat-leader-andersson-says-shes-ready-to-form-new-government-after-elec https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/swedens-social-democrat-leader-andersson-says-shes-ready-to-form-new-government-after-elec Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:36:25 +0200 Andersson had said she would seek an agreement involving the Social Democrats, Left Party, Centre Party and Greens. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/eu-sanction-deadlock-deepens-as-luxembourg-complicates-the-picture https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/eu-sanction-deadlock-deepens-as-luxembourg-complicates-the-picture Fri, 18 Sep 2026 13:38:34 +0200 Luxembourg insists that if France is able to get a particular oligarch delisted, it should be able to do the same, raising fears of a domino effect among member states. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/child-protection-is-not-only-one-partys-responsibility-business-group-says https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/child-protection-is-not-only-one-partys-responsibility-business-group-says Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:42:49 +0200 Cecilia Bonefeld-Dahl, Director General of DigitalEurope, said protecting children from social media risks is a "joint responsibility of the public and private sectors". The association, which represents companies such as OpenAI and Meta, believes it cannot be "one party's responsibility". https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/russia-shares-ai-generated-putin-selfie-as-use-of-artificial-content-spreads-among-europes https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/russia-shares-ai-generated-putin-selfie-as-use-of-artificial-content-spreads-among-europes Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:41:41 +0200 The Russian embassy in South Africa recently shared an AI-generated image of BRICS leaders. It's part of a growing trend of public figures and institutions using AI in their communication, which researchers say can undermine public trust. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/officers-fire-warning-shots-as-thousands-of-migrants-moved-to-new-facility-in-ceuta https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/officers-fire-warning-shots-as-thousands-of-migrants-moved-to-new-facility-in-ceuta Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:31:11 +0200 Migrants are being moved to a fifth temporary reception space set up to deal with the crisis, which began in late July when more than 70,000 people crossed into Ceuta from Morocco. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/europeans-still-believe-in-the-european-dream-they-just-dont-think-its-within-reach-study- https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/europeans-still-believe-in-the-european-dream-they-just-dont-think-its-within-reach-study- Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:41:43 +0200 A new ECFR study finds most Europeans still want a stronger, united Europe, but doubt it's achievable: around 68% see decline, not renewal. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/exclusive-australian-government-breaks-silence-on-eu-associate-member-pipe-dream https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/exclusive-australian-government-breaks-silence-on-eu-associate-member-pipe-dream Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:33:56 +0200 Hot on the heels of the European Union inviting Canada to become an associate member, potentially paving the way for other far-flung nations to join in a similar capacity, the Australian government has addressed its own prospects. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/best-thing-europe-can-do-is-focus-on-its-internal-market-world-economic-forum-expert-says https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/best-thing-europe-can-do-is-focus-on-its-internal-market-world-economic-forum-expert-says Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:32:50 +0200 Andrew Caruana Galizia, Head of Europe and Eurasia at the World Economic Forum, believes there are certain areas where Europe "will never be able to be self-sufficient, like critical raw materials". https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/greece-police-bust-gang-using-ai-to-clone-relatives-voices-for-cash https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/greece-police-bust-gang-using-ai-to-clone-relatives-voices-for-cash Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:07:32 +0200 According to the police, the organisation’s illegal proceeds from its activities are estimated to exceed 1 million euros. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/eu-canada-relationship-is-not-hostile-to-anybody-harris-says https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/eu-canada-relationship-is-not-hostile-to-anybody-harris-says Fri, 18 Sep 2026 09:57:17 +0200 Irish Finance Minister Simon Harris says details of the new associate membership with Canada "are yet to be determined", but believes it is "good news" that the European Union has signalled its intention to have a "much closer relationship" with Ottawa. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/energy-crunch-and-inflationary-fears-loom-over-eu-finance-talks https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/energy-crunch-and-inflationary-fears-loom-over-eu-finance-talks Fri, 18 Sep 2026 08:30:32 +0200 Hello, this is Mared Gwyn holding the newsletter pen in Brussels. This morning: Eurozone finance ministers gather amid mounting economic pressures, and EU ambassadors make another push to break the Russia sanctions deadlock. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/europe-today-canada-welcomes-eus-associate-member-offer-but-what-next https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/europe-today-canada-welcomes-eus-associate-member-offer-but-what-next Fri, 18 Sep 2026 08:01:10 +0200 Europe Today digests what Canada's new EU associate member status actually means, as EU finance ministers meet in Dublin over spiralling energy costs. Also on the show: Fresh reactions to the EU's new Kids Act, which aims to restrict social media and AI chatbots for children under 15. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/the-eu-and-canada-are-getting-closer-than-ever-and-the-world-is-watching https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/the-eu-and-canada-are-getting-closer-than-ever-and-the-world-is-watching Fri, 18 Sep 2026 07:00:15 +0200 The EU's move to make Canada an "associate member" is being watched worldwide as a new model to attract other democracies in its orbit, but it risks alienating candidate countries and further straining ties with Washington. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/analysis-bruised-by-trump-eu-and-canada-find-solace-in-each-others-arms https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/18/analysis-bruised-by-trump-eu-and-canada-find-solace-in-each-others-arms Fri, 18 Sep 2026 07:00:13 +0200 The blossoming partnership between the European Union and Canada cannot be understood apart from the behaviour of the US president, who has assailed both sides with his punitive tariffs and annexationist threats. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/17/greek-parliament-lifts-avramopoulos-immunity-for-brussels-corruption-probe https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/17/greek-parliament-lifts-avramopoulos-immunity-for-brussels-corruption-probe Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:43:39 +0200 The former EU Commissioner has himself urged that legal proceedings go ahead, denies any wrongdoing and says he wants to cooperate fully with the authorities. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/17/tusk-intelligence-sees-russian-plan-for-drone-strikes-on-poland-allies https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/17/tusk-intelligence-sees-russian-plan-for-drone-strikes-on-poland-allies Thu, 17 Sep 2026 21:39:29 +0200 Prime Minister Donald Tusk outlined in the Sejm the "most likely" scenario for the months ahead, warning of serious events and hybrid attacks on Poland and other Ukraine backers. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/17/brussels-seeks-credible-outcome-in-eu-china-talks-after-key-negotiators-call https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/17/brussels-seeks-credible-outcome-in-eu-china-talks-after-key-negotiators-call Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:24:26 +0200 EU Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič will travel to Beijing on 8–9 October, seeking assurances from China that it will curb exports to the EU and extend the truce on rare earth exports. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/17/air-raid-siren-sounded-for-residents-of-eastern-poland https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/17/air-raid-siren-sounded-for-residents-of-eastern-poland Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:20:27 +0200 PM Donald Tusk cites a 'massive explosion' after a Russian strike in western Ukraine near the border. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/17/how-a-saudi-pipeline-attack-is-putting-europes-oil-security-to-the-test https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/17/how-a-saudi-pipeline-attack-is-putting-europes-oil-security-to-the-test Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:00:38 +0200 A prolonged disruption to Saudi supplies could force European refiners to scramble for alternative grades, potentially raising their costs or cutting fuel output. A shortage of diesel could quickly translate into higher costs for haulers, farmers, businesses and consumers. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/17/swedens-centre-left-win-election-as-right-wing-bloc-suffers-narrow-defeat https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/17/swedens-centre-left-win-election-as-right-wing-bloc-suffers-narrow-defeat Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:26:19 +0200 Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson has resigned, allowing the speaker of parliament to begin formal talks with party leaders. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/17/watch-european-commissioners-react-to-ursula-von-der-leyens-speech https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/17/watch-european-commissioners-react-to-ursula-von-der-leyens-speech Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:53:34 +0200 After Ursula von der Leyen's annual State of the Union speech, Euronews spoke to Commissioners Valdis Dombrovskis, Maroš Šefčovič, Wopke Hoekstra and Andrius Kubilius about what to expect following the President's address. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/17/space-economy-report-whos-winning-the-race-in-europe https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/17/space-economy-report-whos-winning-the-race-in-europe Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:43:25 +0200 In the past 15 years, Rome has doubled its civilian space budget. Where is it putting the money? https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/17/germany-turns-on-brussels-as-chinese-car-sales-on-track-to-exceed-1m-in-2026 https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/17/germany-turns-on-brussels-as-chinese-car-sales-on-track-to-exceed-1m-in-2026 Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:12:31 +0200 Germany's finance minister demanded tougher EU tariffs on Chinese carmakers during a visit to Volkswagen's crisis-hit headquarters, as Chinese brands head toward selling more than a million cars on the continent in 2026. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/17/european-leaders-rush-to-counter-looming-diesel-price-surge-as-saudi-pipeline-attacked https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/17/european-leaders-rush-to-counter-looming-diesel-price-surge-as-saudi-pipeline-attacked Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:35:12 +0200 A pipeline that was being used as an alternative to the besieged Strait of Hormuz has come under attack, threatening to drive worldwide fuel prices even higher. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/17/carney-hails-eu-canada-alliance-but-draws-lines-on-membership-and-sovereigny https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/17/carney-hails-eu-canada-alliance-but-draws-lines-on-membership-and-sovereigny Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:32:46 +0200 Canada's PM Carney welcomed the invitation to become the first "associate member" of the European Union, but emphasised that the intent is not to become a full member nor to cede sovereignty. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/17/fact-check-will-marine-le-pen-hold-a-frexit-referendum-if-she-becomes-president-of-france https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/17/fact-check-will-marine-le-pen-hold-a-frexit-referendum-if-she-becomes-president-of-france Thu, 17 Sep 2026 11:38:25 +0200 The National Rally politician was once a keen proponent of a vote for France to leave the EU, following in the UK's footsteps. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/17/eu-defence-chief-says-a-painful-response-to-russian-hybrid-threats-is-needed https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/17/eu-defence-chief-says-a-painful-response-to-russian-hybrid-threats-is-needed Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:44:02 +0200 Senior Baltic European Commissioners tell Euronews they are supportive of Ursula von der Leyen’s bold plans to turbocharge European defence, from a "painful" anti-hybrid warfare playbook to a new political security group. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/17/australia-and-new-zealand-could-follow-canada-into-associated-eu-membership-metsola-tells- https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/17/australia-and-new-zealand-could-follow-canada-into-associated-eu-membership-metsola-tells- Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:30:10 +0200 Metsola tells Euronews pitch for “associate membership” with Canada will strengthen cooperation with like-minded countries and incite new ones. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/17/bringing-eu-and-canada-closer-is-not-against-any-third-country-mep-david-mcallister-says https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/17/bringing-eu-and-canada-closer-is-not-against-any-third-country-mep-david-mcallister-says Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:29:43 +0200 European People's Party MEP David McAllister said the European Union's relationship with Canada is "very unique". He believes European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen wants to take it "to the next level" after offering Ottawa a tailor-made status of "associate membership". https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/17/associate-membership-for-canada-is-not-against-anyone-brussels-tells-trump https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/17/associate-membership-for-canada-is-not-against-anyone-brussels-tells-trump Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:07:33 +0200 "Canada and Europe are stronger together," Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said in his address to the European Parliament.