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Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | December 2nd, 2025 – Midday

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this December 2nd, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

02/12/2025

Russia

Third Russian tanker attacked in the Black Sea, Turkey says

The vessel did not request assistance and its 13 crew members were unharmed, according to Turkey's Maritime Affairs Directorate.

02/12/2025

Bulgaria

Bulgaria kills controversial budget plan after latest major protests

Bulgarian government says it is permanently withdrawing a controversial budget proposal after another night of major protests in Sofia and beyond.

02/12/2025

Markets

Germany's Bayer sees shares pop as US government endorses legal appeal

The biotech giant is facing over 67,000 US lawsuits over allegations that its Roundup weedkiller causes cancer — a claim Bayer denies.

02/12/2025

Health news

Nearly 1 in 4 EU women say men receive better health care, study says

Women are more likely than men to seek medical help when they feel unwell, yet many believe they receive poorer treatment, according to a new report.

02/12/2025

Tech News

AI could undo decades of development gains, UN report warns

Women and the youth are the most at risk of AI taking their jobs, and of the technology being biased against them.

02/12/2025

Germany

German-Polish tensions fuel security fears amid Russian aggression

As Russia continues its all-out war in Ukraine, Berlin and Warsaw remain divided. How concerning is this for the security situation in Europe?

02/12/2025

Health news

Obesity may speed the onset of Alzheimer’s, scientists say

A small study indicates regular blood tests could be a useful addition to brain scans that track the progression of Alzheimer’s disease.

02/12/2025

Portugal

Portuguese President Rebelo de Sousa undergoes emergency surgery

The Portuguese head of state was admitted to hospital late on Monday afternoon "after feeling unwell following digestive issues," but is said to be recovering following an emergency hernia operation.

02/12/2025

Culture news

Director Jafar Panahi sentenced to prison by Iran Revolutionary Court

Iran has sentenced acclaimed filmmaker and Cannes Palme d’Or winner Jafar Panahi to one year in prison and imposed a travel ban for allegedly engaging in “propaganda activities” against the state. The verdict, delivered in absentia, was confirmed by his lawyer Mostafa Nili.

02/12/2025

Europe News

European defence sector's turnover surges 13.8% to €183bn in 2024

The European sector is growing fast but the industry is urging member states to prioritise home-made equipment over off-the-shelf foreign equipment, arguing that it is a matter of strategic autonomy and "supply chain sovereignty".

02/12/2025

Europe News

Europe needs its 'own plan' for Ukraine, Kubilius tells Euronews

Europe is once again scrambling to find a foothold in talks to end the war in Ukraine as Putin is set to meet US negotiators in Moscow. For the EU defence tsar this is proof the continent needs to bolster its geopolitical standing fast, he told Euronews' flagship morning show Europe Today.

02/12/2025

Israel

Israel plans to deploy Iron Beam laser defence system by year-end

The first operational high-power laser beam will be deployed this year, providing a cost-effective and rapid solution for drones and unmanned aerial vehicles.

02/12/2025

Europe News

Brothers in arms: Why is Italy building its warships in the US?

The recent reshaping of a contract between Fincantieri and the US Navy to build naval vessels on US soil comes as Brussels aims for European rearmament and a "convergence" of EU arms manufacturers.

02/12/2025

Culture news

Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi promises 'nature's greatest story'

The National History Museum Abu Dhabi is preparing to open its doors as the the latest addition to the Saadiyat Cultural District which is already home to Louvre Abu Dhabi, teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi and Manarat Al Saadiyat.

02/12/2025

No Comment

Bulgaria protest turns violent in Sofia as crowds oppose 2026 draft budget

A peaceful protest in Sofia escalated into violence as tens of thousands of Bulgarians demonstrated against the government’s 2026 draft budget.

02/12/2025

No Comment

Sri Lanka: Aerial video shows extent of flooding with over 365 dead and 367 missing

Aerial footage shows severe flooding across Sri Lanka, where more than 365 people have died and authorities continue searching for hundreds still missing.

02/12/2025

Eco-Innovation

Samarkand CITES summit showcases tech to save endangered species

Experts at the 20th CITES Conference reveal wildlife crime worth up to €22B annually, putting 40,000+ species at risk and boosting tech monitoring efforts.

02/12/2025

Europe Today

Europe Today: Andrius Kubilius, EU Commissioner for Defence, reacts to Ukraine's peace plan

Tune in to Euronews' new flagship morning programme, Europe Today, at 8 am Brussels time. In just 15 minutes, we get you up to speed on the biggest news taking place across the continent.

02/12/2025

Tech News

AI in schools: Which countries in Europe do teachers use it the most?

AI use among teachers varies widely across Europe, with some countries taking a more cautious approach. Most teachers use it mainly for preparation, and experts expect its use to grow, but caution that it must be used responsibly.

02/12/2025

Healthcare

Which European country has highest preventable death rate?

Avoidable mortality rates are significantly higher in Eastern Europe compared to Western and Northern Europe. Euronews Health takes a closer look at preventable and treatable death rates.

02/12/2025

Economy

Europe’s defence landscape: Which countries spend the most?

EU countries spent €343.2 billion on defence in 2024, with Germany and France together accounting for 44% of this total.

02/12/2025

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | December 2nd, 2025 – Morning

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this December 2nd, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

02/12/2025

Lebanon

Pope Leo XIV urges unity and peace at interfaith gathering in Lebanon

The pontiff's message emphasised the importance of Lebanon and its Christian population to the Catholic Church.

02/12/2025

World News

White House defends follow-up strike on alleged drug boat

The controversial September strike was one in a series carried out by the US military in the Caribbean Sea and eastern Pacific Ocean, as Trump ordered the buildup of a fleet of warships near Venezuela.

02/12/2025