24 October 2025 | Euronews
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USA US sending aircraft carrier to South America, Pentagon says in major escalation of military buildup Deploying an aircraft carrier is a major escalation of military power in a region that has already seen an unusually large US military buildup in the Caribbean Sea and the waters off Venezuela. -
United Kingdom Ukraine's president urges US to expand sanctions on Russia to force it to peace talks Zelenskyy was in London for talks with two dozen European leaders who have pledged military support to shield his country from future Russian aggression. -
The Europe Conversation EU Commissioner Lahbib: “Hamas is not an interlocutor for us” In a wide-ranging exclusive interview with Euronews, EU Commissioner Hadja Lahbib talks about the bloc’s role in the Middle East, as well as in Ukraine - and she defends her home country, Belgium. -
Croatia Croatia reintroduces military service as fears of war spilling over from Ukraine rise Croatia's Defence Ministry said the aim is to teach young people basic skills and knowledge that are "needed in crisis situations, so they would contribute to national security." -
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United Kingdom UK judge sentences men for role in Russia-linked arson attack targeting supplies for Ukraine The men were involved in a plot to set fire to a warehouse in east London in March 2024 that contained humanitarian aid and Starlink satellite equipment destined for Ukraine. -
Turkey At least 14 migrants dead after dinghy sinks in the Aegean Sea off Turkey's coast Greece is a major entry point into the European Union for people fleeing conflict and poverty in the Middle East, Africa and Asia. -
Europe News Thirty-five MEPs urge European Commission president to push for Várhelyi's resignation MEPs from four political groups asked von der Leyen to force Hungarian Commissioner Várhelyi to resign, following allegations of spying by Hungary’s foreign intelligence service. -
Economy Tensions remain high as China and EU prepare Brussels meeting on rare earths Maros Šefčovič's meeting with his Chinese counterpart is cancelled. Instead, EU and Chinese experts will discuss China's rare earth export controls in Brussels. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | October 24th, 2025 – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this October 24th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Travel News Angola, Mozambique and Egypt advocate greater cooperation to promote tourism in Africa In a panel discussion at the Global Tourism Forum, leaders from Angola, Mozambique and Egypt explored the economic impact of tourism, its role in job creation and the importance of investment in tourism infrastructure in Africa. -
Europe News EU lawmakers plead UN body to go hard on wildlife trafficking by 2030 More data, better traceability schemes and stepping up enforcement are some of the measures backed by lawmakers to tackle wildlife trafficking ahead of the UN convention in Uzbekistan. -
Uzbekistan EU and Uzbekistan deepen ties with new partnership agreement signed in Brussels On Friday, the EU and Tashkent signed an Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement in Brussels to strengthen ties between the two partners. -
Europe News Unblocking Russian frozen assets 'matter of time', says EU Commissioner Lahbib Belgium is internationally seen as the main obstacle to a European proposal to issue a €140 billion loan to Ukraine using the immobilised Russian assets held in Brussels. -
Tech News Meta and TikTok breach EU online platform rules, European Commission finds Both platforms have now time to reply to the findings or face a penalty of up to 6% of their global annual turnover. -
The Cube How were inmates able to film Nicolas Sarkozy's cell, given mobile phones are banned in prisons? Footage of Nicolas Sarkozy being taunted by fellow inmates inside Paris' prison de la Santé has gone viral on social media, sparking a public controversy and a debate about prisoners' access to mobile phones. -
Business International forum in Tashkent champions transparent business Officials, entrepreneurs and experts from ten countries met in Tashkent to discuss business integrity, transparent regulation and the protection of entrepreneurs’ rights. -
France First woman in France sentenced to life without parole for rape and murder of schoolgirl The case sent shockwaves through France and reignited a heated debate over the country's immigration policies. -
Health news UK authorities seize thousands of unlicensed weight loss jabs in major drug trafficking bust Law enforcement said the unlicensed drugs were ‘potentially deadly’. -
Tech News Rise of political influencers sparks questions about ad regulation, study shows The upcoming Digital Fairness Act, aimed at protecting consumers from misleading influencer marketing, could include stricter rules for influencers. -
Markets Warsaw Stock Exchange seeks developed market status within 3-5 years The Warsaw Stock Exchange has ambitious plans. According to Tomasz Bardziłowski, CEO of the WSE, it expects to rise to the rank of a developed market in the MSCI classification within the next three to five years. However, experts are tempering this enthusiasm. -
Focus GITEX Global 2025 draws record crowds to Dubai for 45th edition of tech show From governments to startups to global investors, record crowds flocked from all four corners of the world to GITEX Global in Dubai to get a peek at the latest cutting-edge technology. -
Europe News Slovakia's Robert Fico in talks with Viktor Orbán about his Smer party joining Patriots for Europe Viktor Orbán's political advisor, Balázs Orbán, told Euronews that the two Prime Ministers are discussing his Smer party joining the Patriots for Europe. If Fico joins, the Patriots could add two new prime ministers, including the Czech Republic Andrej Babiš. -
Germany Germany's energy transition: Are costs for customers spiralling out of control? Germany's municipal authorities are making preparations to phase out gas for central heating. At the same time, the Federal Ministry of Economics wants to rely on gas more to generate electricity and is asking the EU for subsidies to do so. -
Culture news Sale of the week: Iconic memorabilia from Lennon, Elvis, Jackson and Oasis up for grabs in London Fans of music legends can bid on iconic memorabilia this week, including John Lennon’s glasses, Liam Gallagher’s damaged Oasis guitar and Michael Jackson’s “Smooth Criminal” fedora. -
Russia Putin says Russia will not cave under US sanctions, Trump replies ‘we will see’ Russia’s president downplayed the latest US sanctions as an “unfriendly act” which he claims would not have much impact on Russia’s economy or its stance on Moscow’s war in Ukraine. His comments were largely dismissed by Donald Trump, who said, “I am glad he feels this way”. -
Business Cyberattack drives UK car production to 73-year low as tax threat looms UK factories built 35.9% fewer vehicles in September after major manufacturer JLR was knocked offline by a cyber incident. Now the sector is accusing Westminster of unfairly taxing its own workers, putting Britain’s economy at risk. -
North Korea Kim Jong-un inaugurates 'sacred' memorial for North Korean soldiers killed in Kursk North Korea's leader Kim Jong-un said military brotherhood between his country and Russia would "advance non-stop," the state-run KCNA news agency reported. -
Europe in Motion Job growth: Which European regions are rising fastest? Is southern Europe bridging the employment gap with the north? Greek, Spanish, Portuguese and Italian regions are showing significant job rate growth. -
Climate A shift in food taxes could cut emissions and make diets healthier, researchers say Putting a tax on climate-intensive food could reduce impact, new study shows -
Travel News Airbnb safety reviews can turn off some travellers. Could increased transparency help? Airbnb safety reviews can influence bookings, new study shows -
Ukraine At least three killed in hand grenade attack at northern Ukraine train station In addition to the three victims, the attacker who triggered the explosive device also died of his injuries in an ambulance, the State Border Guard Service said on Friday. -
Health news Salmonella outbreak sickens hundreds in Europe. Sicilian tomatoes are the chief suspect Health officials believe cherry tomatoes from the Mediterranean island are the ‘vehicle of infection’ in the years-long outbreak. -
Culture news Lost and found: Picasso painting discovered in Madrid after exhibition transfer confusion Heard the one about the Picasso painting meant to be moved from Madrid but didn't make it to the removal lorry? Well, Spanish police have now found 'Still Life with Guitar' which was reported to have disappeared earlier this month ahead of its display at a Granada exhibition. -
Economy Eurozone private sector logs strongest growth in over two years Eurozone private sector activity rose at its fastest pace since mid-2023 in October, driven by strong services growth in Germany. France lagged with deepening contraction. -
Earth News Plant and animal extinctions slow but experts warn human activity still poses ‘significant’ risks Researchers have warned that the findings should not be used as a ‘carte blanche’ for destructive human behaviour. -
Travel News World Travel Awards: Portugal voted 'Best Destination in Europe' for 2025 Several destinations in Portugal were also recognised, such as Lisbon, Porto and Madeira. -
No Comment Graffiti gains support in Guinea’s capital A large mural in Conakry has become a new landmark in the city, created by graffiti artist Omar Diaw of the collective Guinea Ghetto Graff. -
No Comment Scholar searches rubble for his books in Gaza A Palestinian scholar in Gaza City was filmed searching through the rubble of his destroyed home alongside his grandchildren, trying to recover what remained of his personal library. -
Earth News Trump administration finalises plan to open pristine Alaska wildlife refuge to oil and gas drilling The Trump administration has approved plans to open Alaska’s Arctic National Wildlife Refuge to oil and gas drilling, rekindling fierce debate between economic interests and environmental protection. -
Business How the Louvre jewel robbery gave a German ladder firm a golden lift German lift manufacturer, Böcker, turned to social media when they spotted their ladder used in the Louvre theft. In a post, the firm said: "The Böcker Agilo transports your treasures weighing up to 400kg at 42m/min — quiet as a whisper." -
Health news Polio vaccination rates fell in Europe and Central Asia last year. Here's why the WHO is concerned Global health officials said efforts to maintain Europe’s polio-free status ‘continue to be challenged’. -
Tech News Amazon explains exactly why its cloud server outage took down much of the internet Some 2,000 companies were affected by the outage with more than 8 million people reporting issues. -
Economy China focuses on high-tech and consumers as trade wars hit economy An outline of the ruling Communist Party's blueprint for the next five years was laid out in a 5,000-word communique released on Thursday. -
Cinema Euronews Culture's Film of the Week: 'A House of Dynamite' - Is Kathryn Bigelow back with a bang? Out on Netflix today, Kathryn Bigelow's first film since 2017's 'Detroit' sees the Oscar winner tackle the prospect of nuclear annihilation. With mixed results. -
Europe News Hungary's Orbán and Magyar hold competing rallies before 2026 election With elections due in April, the rival rallies were a standoff between Viktor Orbán and Péter Magyar, his main political challenger who looks set to present the long-serving Hungarian leader with the most competitive ballot in his 15 years in power. -
Travel News Planning a trip to Japan? Expect higher visa fees and tourist taxes in 2026 Japan’s new taxes aim to control record visitor numbers while funding education and infrastructure. -
wellbeing Does the October clock change really affect your health? Here’s what experts say The clock going back for winter is far less disruptive than the spring shift, which has been linked to spikes in heart attacks and traffic accidents. -
Economy Too costly to mint? Germany says 'nein' to silver commemorative coins The German finance ministry has halted the release of two silver coins after a surge in metal prices made minting them uneconomical. The decision marks a cautious pause in a decades-long tradition that celebrates German culture and innovation. -
Economy Trump ends trade talks with Canada over anti-tariff TV advert as trade tensions rise yet again US President Donald Trump's post came after Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said he plans to double Canada's exports to countries other than the US in response to Washington's tariffs. -
Europe News Belgian resistance holds up €140 billion loan for Ukraine at EU summit After a summit of EU leaders, Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever complained he had not received answers to all his concerns about a groundbreaking plan to issue a €140 billion loan to Ukraine.