2025-12-10

USA

Watch: Trump says US has seized oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela

President Donald Trump said Wednesday that the US has seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, a move that comes amid rising escalations with Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro’s government. A US official said the Coast Guard led the operation with support from the Navy.

10/12/2025

Culture news

Why is Nicolas Sarkozy's prison memoir already a big hit?

Rushed to print to take control of the narrative, the book has become a powerful political tool for the former head of state.

10/12/2025

Bulgaria

Bulgaria rejects extradition of Russian linked to Beirut port blast

The supervising prosecutor, Angel Kanev, said that the key issue is whether sufficient guarantees have been provided that a death sentence will not be imposed.

10/12/2025

The Ring

Is PM Sánchez 'here to stay'? Spain's political storm, in The Ring

The political crisis in Spain goes beyond national borders: Former Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel García-Margallo (PP) and José Zaragoza (PSC), current member of Congress, debate on The Ring about the instability of Sánchez’s government and its impact on Europe.

10/12/2025

Economy

US Federal Reserve cuts interest rate for third time in a row

Lower rates from the Fed can bring down borrowing costs for mortgages, auto loans, and credit cards over time, though market forces can also affect those rates.

10/12/2025

Switzerland

UN human rights office in 'survival mode' with €77m budget shortfall

Many UN organisations, including the World Health Organisation and the International Organisation for Migration, have slashed spending this year because some donors have cut back foreign aid.

10/12/2025

Health news

Denmark agrees on payout for Inuit women forcibly given contraception

An estimated 4,500 women could be entitled to compensation.

10/12/2025

Culture news

Iceland to boycott 2026 Eurovision over Israel's participation

The announcement from RÚV comes a week after four other countries announced they were pulling out of next year's Eurovision in protest against Israel’s participation.

10/12/2025

Europe News

European Commission to open up energy law to speed up grid permits

The Commission said it will work to broker a political compromise among member states to accelerate the development of electricity interconnections as part of the "Grids Package".

10/12/2025

The Cube

Are EU countries being forced to accept irregular migration?

A recent post circulating on X claims that the European Parliament has adopted a "Migration and Asylum Pact" that would compel all EU member states to accept irregular migrants or face substantial fines.

10/12/2025

Finland

Teen admits to arson destroying famous Finnish football stadium stand

FC Haka is one of Finland's most successful clubs, having won nine Finnish championships and 12 cup titles since its founding in 1934.

10/12/2025

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | December 10th, 2025 – Evening

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this December 10th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

10/12/2025

Israel

Archaeologists uncover intact section of ancient Jerusalem wall from Hanukkah era

Archaeologists have uncovered the longest intact section of Jerusalem’s ancient Hasmonean wall, likely linked to events following the Hanukkah story. The structure may offer evidence of a 2,100-year-old ceasefire and will become part of a new gallery at the Tower of David Museum.

10/12/2025

France

Louvre thieves escaped with 30 seconds to spare, Senate inquiry finds

All four suspected members of the motorbike-mounted crew have been arrested, but the missing jewels, valued at around €88 million, have not yet been recovered.

10/12/2025

Health news

Could dark chocolate be the key to slower ageing? New study weighs in

Scientists found a link between a chemical found in dark chocolate and signs of slower biological ageing.

10/12/2025

Japan

Euronews marks a decade of storytelling partnership with Japan

Last week, Euronews celebrated 10 years of its partnership with Japan, marking a decade of high-quality journalism and shared vision.

10/12/2025

Culture news

Sophie Kinsella, writer of best-selling 'Shopaholic' series, dies

Tributes have been paid to the British writer Sophie Kinsella, famous for her best-selling 'Shopaholic' series, who has died of brain cancer at the age of 55.

10/12/2025

World

AI: Europe and China compare their perspectives on the future of work

In partnership with CGTN

In a debate co-produced by Euronews and CGTN, researchers, economists and professionals from China and Europe compared their views on the impact of artificial intelligence on the world of work.

10/12/2025

Ukraine

Ukraine to give revised peace plans to US officials, Zelenskyy says

Zelenskyy is walking a tightrope between defending Ukrainian interests and showing Trump he is willing to make some compromises.

10/12/2025

Europe in Motion

Amid Russia's war in Ukraine, how much are weapons companies making?

The increase in revenue across EU arms companies was caused by the war in Ukraine and the perceived threat from Russia.

10/12/2025

Economy

Eurozone's new star: Portugal crowned 2025 'economy of the year'

The accolade comes from British weekly The Economist, which ranked the 36 richest countries in the world. Luís Montenegro calls the recognition a “fair recognition to the merit and hard work of the Portuguese people”.

10/12/2025

Ukraine

Who would win if Ukraine held elections now?

US President Donald Trump believes Ukraine should hold elections, having said Kyiv has been “using war not to hold the election”. If a vote were held today, who would win?

10/12/2025

Travel News

US weighs mandatory social media checks for visitors

The new rules would also require a mandatory selfie, as well as the names and birth dates of close family.

10/12/2025

Europe News

EU climate law delays carbon tax on buildings and transport to 2028

An EU law setting a 2040 emissions reduction target of 90% has been backed by lawmakers, closing a controversial political debate on the bloc's green transition – but the introduction of a carbon tax on construction and road transport has been pushed back.

10/12/2025

Culture news

Italian cuisine makes UNESCO intangible cultural heritage list

Italian cooking and its biocultural diversity has been recognised by UNESCO on its list of intangible cultural heritage, in a world first. The move rewards how the country celebrates cuisine as a communal activity and applauds its anti-waste approach to recipes.

10/12/2025

Climate

Climate change is coming for the world's GDP, says UNEP report

A global change in direction is necessary to help secure a healthy planet, according to a new UN report.

10/12/2025

Grand Voyager

Grand Voyager | Exploring Lisbon

In partnership with Media City

From ancient cathedrals to vibrant tiles and world-famous custard tarts, Lisbon is a city layered with colour and culture. Join Lilly Douse as she embarks on an unforgettable Portuguese adventure.

10/12/2025

No Comment

Hand-raised reindeer Lars prepares for Christmas

A UK reindeer farm has hand raised Lars, a calf born in May, after his mother lacked milk. Now part of the herd, he is preparing for Christmas events.

10/12/2025

Iran

Tehran rebuilding missile arsenal at high speed, Israel warns

Tehran is rebuilding its missile arsenal at high speed after the 12-day conflict with Israel, aiming to fire 2,000 missiles at once in future escalations, Israeli officials and analysts warn.

10/12/2025

Modern Nomads

Wild horses return to Kazakhstan’s steppe

In partnership with MDQ

A vanished species is returning to Kazakhstan’s vast grasslands, symbolising a broader effort to restore the country’s natural and cultural heritage.

10/12/2025