2025-06-16

Iran

Israel strikes Iran's 'propaganda' TV station during live broadcast

Israel's Defence Minister confirmed the attack, which followed an Israeli evacuation warning. An anchor reported 'bodies of reporters' at the site.

16/06/2025

World News

IDF military campaign may last for weeks, former Israeli official says

Speaking to Euronews, Eylon Levy, a former Israeli government spokesperson, said, "We are likely to be looking at several weeks at least of Israeli military action because the Iranian regime's nuclear program is massive."

16/06/2025

Germany

Germany and France increase security at Jewish sites amid Iran threat

Amichai Chikli, Israel’s Minister for Diaspora Affairs, told Euronews the threat to Jewish communities and Israeli embassies is now greater than ever.

16/06/2025

Kazakhstan

Rosatom and CNNC to spearhead Kazakhstan’s nuclear return

Kazakhstan, one of the world’s top uranium producers, currently relies mostly on coal-fired plants for power, alongside hydropower and a growing renewables sector.

16/06/2025

Europe News

Zelenskyy secures non-military support package from Austria

The Ukrainian leader confirmed the two countries signed a number of cooperation agreements in areas such as agriculture, reconstruction, and the return of abducted Ukrainian children from Russia.

16/06/2025

Europe News

Two European satellites from Proba-3 mission mimic total solar eclipse

Dubbed Proba-3, the $210 million (€181 million) mission has generated 10 successful solar eclipses so far during the ongoing checkout phase.

16/06/2025

Mexico

Gunmen shoot municipal mayor of southern Mexican state dead

Lilia Gema García Soto is the second mayor to be killed in the southern Mexican state this year.

16/06/2025

Scenes

Watch: India’s Formula 4 star on the road to success

In partnership with Media City

Focused, fearless and fast. Shriya Lohia’s dreams are in overdrive. The 16-year-old wants to be a Formula 1 champion one day.

16/06/2025

Europe News

Hungary and Slovakia resist EU’s energy security plan

During a discussion among the 27 EU member states on reducing the Union’s dependency on Russian fuel, Hungary and Slovakia opposed the roadmap proposed by the Polish Presidency of the Council of the EU.

16/06/2025

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Latest news bulletin | June 16th – Evening

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16/06/2025

Experiences

Experts on why the Air India crash shouldn’t make you scared of flying

If you’re a nervous flyer, here’s reassurance from industry specialists, plus a guide to the world’s safest airlines.

16/06/2025

Focus

Baku Energy Week 2025 showcases Azerbaijan’s energy diplomacy, renewables and regional influence

In partnership with Azpromo

Baku Energy Week, marking its 30th year, gathers global energy leaders to discuss Azerbaijan’s ambitious renewable targets, strategic pipelines, and its growing role in regional and global energy security.

16/06/2025

Europe News

India and Cyprus to boost defence and maritime cooperation, Modi says

Indian PM Narendra Modi and the president of the Republic of Cyprus Nikos Christodoulides also announced plans for joint naval operations, a terrorism information-sharing mechanism and support for the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor.

16/06/2025

Tech News

EU slowly catching up with Korea, Japan on 5G: report

The European Commission’s 5G targets were set in 2021.

16/06/2025

Culture news

Lessons from the past: Study links Homer's school with the Odysseum

Great discovery identifies the Hellenistic monumental complex that exists in Exogi, in the north of the island, with the Odysseum

16/06/2025

Eco-Innovation

Old smartphones turned into ‘tiny data centres’ to track marine life

For just €8, researchers are turning old smartphones into devices capable of tracking marine life and buses.

16/06/2025

Tech News

The Slovenian innovator transforming microchip manufacturing

In partnership with European Patent Office

Slovenian researcher Teja Potočnik has developed a platform to integrate nanomaterials into microchip manufacturing, cutting energy use and tackling the rising environmental footprint of data centres.

16/06/2025

Experiences

These hidden flight fees can add hundreds to your ticket price

In some cases, passengers have no choice but to purchase these “optional” services.

16/06/2025

EuroVerify

Verifying videos claiming to show Israeli and Iranian strikes

A raft of unauthentic videos allegedly showing the latest escalation between Israel and Iran are circulating online.

16/06/2025

Business

Renault shares plunge as CEO departs to lead Kering

In a surprise move, French carmaker Renault Group’s CEO Luca de Meo announced his departure on Sunday. The company’s shares tumbled by nearly 7% on Monday, following the news.

16/06/2025

Iran

Who was among Iran's top military officials killed in Israeli strikes?

In the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict, Israel has killed several high-ranking Iranian officials, including Chief of Staff Mohammad Bagheri and IRGC Commander Hossein Salami.

16/06/2025

Europe News

Preparing for life on the outside as Rome prison hosts 'Games of Hope'

Rome's Rebibbia prison hosted the first edition of the "Games of Hope" which saw inmates play alongside magistrates and regular citizens in an event organisers hope provides the possibility of redemption within one of the harshest prisons in Italy.

16/06/2025

Culture news

Louvre museum closure leaves thousands waiting for emergency meeting

The Louvre Museum in Paris delayed its opening on Monday, leaving thousands of visitors stranded in long, unmoving lines outside the iconic glass pyramid.

16/06/2025

Health news

Greek authorities step up information campaign to combat drownings

Almost 400 people drown in Greece's seas and swimming pools every year, with the absence of a lifeguard cited as one of the main causes.

16/06/2025

Tech News

Marie Perrin pioneers rare earth recycling

In partnership with European Patent Office

French-American chemist Marie Perrin has created a cleaner way to recycle rare earths, cutting toxic waste and supporting a circular economy for essential green technologies.

16/06/2025

No Comment

Israelis stock supplies as Iran launches fresh attacks on Israel

As tensions between Israel and Iran intensified, people in Jerusalem were seen taking precautions and stocking up on supplies amid growing uncertainty.

16/06/2025

No Comment

Watch: Police use flash bangs and tear gas at LA 'No Kings' protest

Police in Los Angeles clashed with demonstrators over the weekend, hours ahead of an expected curfew, during nationwide protests against President Donald Trump.

16/06/2025

Europe News

Paris Air Show opens with 2,400 exhibitors amid Airbus-Boeing rivalry

The Paris Air Show began with 2,400 exhibitors showcasing innovations. The Airbus-Boeing rivalry heats up amid global tensions and the recent Air India crash.

16/06/2025

Tech News

Dutch online platform watchdog struggling to connect with EU countries

The Digital Services Act started applying to all platforms in 2024.

16/06/2025

Germany

German court sentences Syrian torture doctor to life imprisonment

Alaa M was found guilty of crimes committed at military hospitals in Syria at the start of the country's civil war. The 40-year-old later moved to Germany, where he worked as an orthopaedic surgeon.

16/06/2025