26 March 2025 | Euronews
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Europe News Emmanuel Macron announces €2 billion in additional military aid for Ukraine French President Emmanuel Macron welcomed his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Wednesday evening in Paris to prepare a summit of the 'Coalition of the Willing', a group of countries ready to provide Ukraine with long-term security guarantees. -
Europe News EPPO says inquiry opened into Bulgarian prosecutor for alleged wrongdoing In a statement, EPPO said it had informed the European Parliament, the Council of the EU and the European Commission that it is investigating the Bulgarian European Prosecutor. -
Culture news Accuser tells court actor Gérard Depardieu groped her bottom, breasts on film set This week's trial is the first time one of the more than 20 accusations of sexual misconduct against Gérard Depardieu has reached court. -
Tech News Trapped in an 'AI labyrinth': One company's plan to stop bots scraping content for AI training "We wanted to create a new way to thwart these unwanted bots, without letting them know," Cloudfare said of its "honeypot" for web crawlers. -
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Europe News Four US soldiers still missing in Lithuania, NATO says NATO clarified comments made by its chief, Mark Rutte, who suggested the four soldiers had died. -
EuroVerify What is Signal and should US officials have used it to share Yemen air strike plans? The Trump administration has downplayed the security breach, dismissing it as the 'only glitch in two months.' -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | March 26th – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Brazil Brazil's Supreme Court says Jair Bolsonaro should stand trial over alleged coup attempt Bolsonaro, who fought to stay in power after losing the 2022 election, has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing and claims he is being politically persecuted. -
Europe News Exclusive: Hungary's Gay Pride surveillance would breach the EU's AI Act, says leading MEP The European Parliament's AI Act expert and monitor, Brando Benifei tells Euronews Hungary's plans to use AI-based facial recognition to fine Gay Pride participants breaches the EU rules. -
USA US national security scandal deepens as new Signal messages revealed The Democrats have increased their calls for US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth to resign for sending Yemen war plans via a messaging app. -
Italy Controversy in Italy as politician proposes law to give babies their mothers' surnames This is not the first time the debate has surfaced in Italy, with a 2022 judgement from Italy's Constitutional Court ruling it unconstitutional to automatically assign a baby their father's surname. -
Earth News Toxic water and a sickening stench: How pig-rearing has turned this Spanish town into ‘a dungheap’ Residents are too afraid to drink water from their local wells or open their windows for fear of the stench of nearby livestock operations. -
Healthcare What scientists learned from the world’s first genetically modified pig liver transplant The study offers the latest evidence that gene-modified pig organs could be a viable option for people suffering from organ failure. -
Europe News Key labour market challenges unaddressed by multi-billion post-pandemic funds, say EU auditors A new report by the European Court of Auditors (ECA) shows that labour market reforms under the EU's €650 billion post-pandemic recovery fund have had limited impact, with most countries failing to address key structural challenges. -
Europeans' Stories Readiness 2030: How is Europe planning to rearm and can it afford it? Europe has become convinced that its American ally will no longer guarantee its security, and has decided to rearm massively. How does it plan to do this? Can it afford it? And what impact will this new scenario have on its geostrategic position, but also on its economic and industrial sectors? -
Culture news Taylor Swift name-dropped in US Senate Intelligence Committee hearing after 'Signalgate' leak Democratic Virginia Senator Mark Warner highlighted the importance for the US to share intelligence with its European allies and used last summer's thwarted terrorist plot against Taylor Swift as an example of how the sharing of intel can save lives. -
My Wildest Prediction People will stop making predictions, Professor David Spiegelhalter says Can probabilities help people prepare for the future? According to statistician David Spiegelhalter, yes—but only if they have been carefully examined through mathematical analysis. -
Lifestyle Greenland’s Inuit are reclaiming their spiritual heritage after centuries of suppression As US Vice President JD Vance prepares to visit Greenland, shaman Aviaja Rakel Sanimuinaq is part of a movement reclaiming Inuit traditions once suppressed by colonial rule. Through spiritual healing she and others are reconnecting with their roots. -
Europe News Erdoğan accuses Turkey's opposition of wrecking economy as protests continue Many consider the case against Istanbul mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu, seen as the biggest challenger to Erdoğan’s 22-year rule, to be politically motivated. -
Travel News Ryanair launches ‘Prime’ subscription service for frequent travellers. Is it worth it? While subscription services might save travellers money, they are also a way to persuade more people to fly - which is bad news for the planet. -
Economy French consumers more worried about their financial outlook in March French consumers are more pessimistic about their future finances but are a little more open to making bigger purchases. -
Economy UK Spring Statement: Further budget cuts and halved economic growth Britain's Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves has laid out the latest on UK public finances. Her statement arrives at a moment when the nation needs to find billions to boost defence spending against the backdrop of an ailing economy. Here are the key takeaways. -
No Comment Heavy rain triggers landslides and wall collapse in Dubrovnik Landslides and a wall collapse in Dubrovnik-Neretva County on Wednesday caused vehicle damage and traffic disruptions, including reduced lanes on the Adriatic Highway near Dubac. -
Lifestyle Berghain? More Berg-nein: Study probes the logic behind Berlin club door policies A recently published study sheds light on the logic behind the tricky door policy of Berlin’s clubs – especially Berghain. Here's what you need to know. -
Earth News Europe challenged to step up as China’s solar boom powers record renewable energy growth UN climate chief Simon Stiell said that the clean energy transition can be "Europe's economic engine-room". -
Europe in Motion From drunk driving to skipping the seatbelt: Which EU country has the most reckless drivers? A new study reveals alarming data on the state of driving in Latvia, Austria, and Greece. -
Business Alibaba joins forces with BMW to work on AI tech for cars in China The partnership demonstrates Alibaba’s increased focus on AI, while BMW is also seeking to develop competitive products for the Chinese market. -
The Road To Green Desalination and water reuse: The EU and Jordan join forces to tackle water scarcity With half of the world's population already facing water scarcity, countries are joining forces to tackle the global crisis. We visited Jordan and Cyprus, two countries facing water challenges, where various solutions are being implemented. -
The Road To Green From the Red Sea to Amman: Jordan's major desalination project to reach water resilience The Road to Green takes you to Jordan, where the European Union, the European Investment Bank and development agencies are playing a crucial role in supporting one of the most water-deprived countries in the world towards water resilience. -
The Exchange Adapting to next-generation work dynamics for the modern era In a changing world, companies must adapt to next-gen work dynamics. Existing staff need to adjust and upskill to keep pace with new generations entering the workforce. -
Europe News EU basks in all-time high citizen approval rate amid tense geopolitics The European Union has achieved its highest-ever approval rating, with 74% of those surveyed in the latest Eurobarometer believing their country benefits from EU membership. -
Europe News Slovakia declares state of emergency over foot and mouth disease cases After at least four cases of the disease were detected, there are rising concerns about potential shortages of milk and meat. -
East-West Connect Kazakhstan's Astana hub fuels tech start-ups and export boom In this episode of East-West Connect, we explore Kazakhstan's tech boom at the Astana hub, highlighting AI startups like Arlan Biotech and Autism Spectrum that are driving innovation. -
Israel Palestinians in Gaza stage rare public protest against Hamas in call for end to war Rights groups accuse Hamas of violently suppressing dissent, quashing protests in the areas they control, while also jailing and torturing their critics. -
Europe News France and Indonesia agree to boost Pacific security as tensions with China persist The Indonesian naval chief of staff, Admiral Muhammad Ali, said the project would address various maritime security challenges, including piracy, terrorism and other illegal activities. -
Home Solar panel windows that could turn whole buildings into power plants smash electricity record This breakthrough technology could ultimately help Europe meet its climate goals in the future. -
Culture news Israel releases Oscar-winning Palestinian director after he was attacked and detained The Oscar-winning Palestinian co-director of 'No Other Land', Hamdan Ballal, was attacked by Jewish settlers, detained by the Israeli army, and later released. -
Tech News Tiktok, Meta, Google and X invited to Romanian election stress test The November presidential vote has been annulled due to attempts to influence votes through social media. -
Europe News Russia targets Black Sea port hours after maritime ceasefire announced Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy claimed that Russian overnight strikes were a 'clear signal to whole world' that the Kremlin does not want peace. -
Europe News What's EU trade commissioner looking for from China trip? European Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič is heading to China as the country's companies come under the EU's investigatory lens. But with a trade war with the United States intensifying, what's he after in a rapprochement between the EU and China? -
Europe News Russia's demand for sanctions relief thrusts the EU into the talks, with tough choices As a condition to restore the Black Sea Initiative, Russia has demanded that Rosselkhozbank be re-connected to SWIFT, which falls under EU jurisdiction. -
Earth News Heavy rainfall fills empty reservoirs in Spain, bringing drought relief and floods Reservoirs around the country are now around 66% full on average, according to Spain's environment and ecological transition ministry — the highest level in a decade. -
Europe News Brussels asks EU citizens to put together a 72-hour emergency kit to face crises The emergency kit should include food, water, and copies of important identity documents, among other items. -
USA Trump's national security adviser claims 'full responsibility' for leaked Europe-bashing Signal chat Waltz said he couldn't explain how Atlantic editor-in-chief Jeffrey Goldberg was included in the group chat in what the US president called a "minor glitch". -
Germany German authorities raid group accused of plotting against Eritrean government More than 200 police officers searched 19 properties in a large-scale operation, with a related raid also conducted in Denmark. No arrests have been made so far. -
No Comment Protesters block Budapest bridges over LGBTQ+ event ban A new law banning LGBTQ+ Pride events and restricting assembly sparked protests in the Hungarian capital, Budapest, with critics condemning the controversial move. -
Culture news Women's Prize for Non-Fiction 2025: Neneh Cherry, Yuan Yang, and Rachel Clarke in shortlist Musical memoirs, medical histories, and foreign office insights populate the second annual shortlist of the Women's Prize for Non-Fiction. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | March 26th – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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Haiti Kenyan police officer missing in Haiti after suspected gang kidnapping The incident comes a month after another Kenyan policeman was killed in the Caribbean country while working for the same international security force. -
Economy The Spanish economy grew 3.2% in 2024: Why is it outperforming peers? Spain's economy grew 3.2% in 2024, one of the fastest in the eurozone, driven by strong domestic demand, robust tourism, and EU recovery funds, outperforming Germany, France and Italy. Economists say Spain remains a ‘bright spot’ in Europe, expecting this outperformance to continue through 2025. -
USA Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupts again, no threat to residents Kilauea ramped up its surface activity on Tuesday when lava began pouring out of a vent in its caldera. -
Cinema Amazon confirms Spider-Man and Harry Potter helmers as producers for next James Bond movie The fate of the James Bond franchise gets an update with Amazon’s decision to hand over producing duties for the 26th 007 movie to Amy Pascal and David Heyman. -
Economy UK inflation slowed to 2.8% in February, fuelling hopes of a rate cut The better-than-expected inflation figure comes as a relief to the economy as it faces the looming threat of stagflation: high inflation coupled with low output. -
No Comment Deadly wildfires ravage southern South Korea Wind-driven wildfires in South Korea's southern regions have killed at least 24 people, forced thousands to evacuate, and damaged historic sites. -
Colombia Rebel group committing ‘widespread abuses’ in Colombia’s Catatumbo region, says NGO Human Rights Watch says more than 56,000 people have been displaced since January, and accuses rebel fighters of executions, forced labour and child recruitment. -
USA US Secretary of State Rubio seeks Turkey's support for peace in Ukraine While Ankara’s ongoing trade with Russia drew repeated warnings from Washington during Joe Biden's presidency, Turkey is looking to bolster its ties with the US under the Trump administration. -
United Kingdom Three men convicted of cage fighter murder plot after raid on Geneva art museum Two UK brothers and a co-conspirator attempted to kill a convicted armed robber just weeks after stealing Ming Dynasty artefacts worth millions of Euros. -
Markets Market insights: What is behind the European stock markets’ rally? European markets continued to outperform their US counterparts despite the recent rebound on Wall Street. Notably, the banking and industrial sectors stand as the top two performers, driven by relatively cheaper valuations, expectations for surging defence spending, and optimistic economic outlooks. -
Europe News What we know about Thursday’s ‘Coalition of the Willing’ summit for Ukraine in Paris The meeting takes place as the United States announced that it had brokered a truce between Russia and Ukraine in the Black Sea. -
No Comment Palestinians line up for aid as UN scales back Gaza presence The UN will reduce its Gaza presence after an Israeli tank strike killed a staffer, while Palestinians face worsening shortages amid ongoing bombardment and aid cuts. -
Europe News Why is the EU so mute on Turkey protests? Radio Schuman Recent developments in the Turkish political landscape hint the country’s shift to what critics may call an even more authoritarian rule -
South Korea Dozens dead and thousands evacuated in 'unprecedented' South Korea wildfires Thousands of people have been forced to evacuate amidst some of the country's worst ever wildfires. -
Culture news Napster sold for $207million over 20 years after shutting down Napster has been sold to immersive technology company Infinite Reality, who are aiming to bring it back as a streaming service and virtual concert space. -
Culture Series 'I’m Not Fine': Ukrainian photographer Elena Kalinichenko captures the invisible trauma of war After her partner left for war, Elena Kalinichenko turned to photography to capture her personal conflict, documenting the emotional toll of war on those left behind. -
Nature Five lions traumatised by war in Ukraine settle in to their 'forever home' at UK sanctuary The animals were rescued by the Wild Animals Rescue Centre, run by Natalia Popova, a Ukrainian woman who has saved hundreds of abandoned pets and zoo animals. -
EuroVerify No, Norway and Sweden haven't banned digital transactions The claims appear to have sprung from reports that the Nordic countries have started advising citizens to keep a supply of cash at home in the case of a digital banking crisis. -
Europe News EU not ready for Eurobonds to boost defence spending, says Commissioner Kubilius The EU executive proposed in early March a five-point plan to rearm and reach defence readiness by 2030. In an exclusive interview, EU defence commissioner Andrius Kubilius told Euronews he expects member states to make use of options proposed in the plan instead of issuing more joint debt. -
USA JD Vance to join wife on controversial Greenland trip but scales back visit The US vice-president will accompany his wife on a visit to the Arctic island, a trip Denmark's prime minister has previously said is not what 'Greenland wants or needs.' -
Health news Europe faces innovation slowdown as medical and pharma patents decline Medical and pharmaceutical innovation slows down in Europe, with a decline in patent applications submitted in 2024, a new report reveals. -
Culture news Going underground: Experts clash over 'hidden city' beneath Egypt pyramids A heated debate has erupted among Egyptologists after researchers claimed to have found an “underground city” beneath the Pyramids of Giza. Is the discovery, based on radar images, groundbreaking or exaggerated? -
USA Trump downplays Signal security breach as a minor 'glitch' Trump told local media that the lapse “turned out not to be a serious one,” and expressed his continued support for national security adviser Mike Waltz. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | March 26th – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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Economy Being transparent about pay could save EU women €700 per year A woman working in an SME in the EU could gain between €465 and €700 annually thanks to the EU’s Pay Transparency Directive. However, some business groups have expressed concerns over reporting obligations. -
Europe News Demonstrators block traffic in Budapest in opposition to new law banning LGBTQ+ Pride events The protest was the second in as many weeks since the ruling Fidesz party of Hungary used its two-thirds parliamentary majority last Tuesday to expedite the law, which critics say is the government's most recent assault on the rights of the LGBTQ+ community in the country. -
Europe News Turkey's CHP party leader visits jailed Istanbul mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu in prison İmamoğlu's arrest has been widely viewed as politically motivated and sparked demonstrations in cities across the country, some of which have turned violent.