17 December 2025 | Euronews
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No Comment Thousands protest in Lithuania against changes to public broadcaster law Around 10,000 people protested outside Lithuania's parliament against changes to the public broadcaster's law, fearing it threatens free speech and LRT's independence. -
The Ring Migration in Europe: Security vs solidarity? MEPs clash in The Ring This week The Ring turns to Europe’s migration debate, as the EU moves toward tougher deportation rules and explores controversial “return hubs” for rejected asylum-seekers outside the Union. -
Space Saturn's largest moon contains slushy ice layers but habitable zones might exist, study finds "There is strong justification for continued optimism regarding the potential for extraterrestrial life," said one of the study's authors. -
Europe News Von der Leyen slams rise of antisemitism as 'old evil' at Brussels Hanukkah event The European Commission president's comments come days after 15 people were killed at a Hannukah event on Sydney's Bondi Beach, one of Australia's worst mass shootings in years. -
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Cult OIC Cultural Festival showcases creative industries and heritage in Baku Baku Creative Week 2025 brought together artists, entrepreneurs and cultural leaders for the OIC Cultural Festival, showcasing heritage, creative industries and women’s empowerment through exhibitions, performances and discussions. -
No Comment At least 29 injured, including five children, in Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia At least 29 people were injured in the attack, including five children. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | December 17th, 2025 – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this December 17th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Greece Greek MEP Nikos Pappas suspended from Syriza party after alleged assault on journalist The journalist Nikos Giannopoulos, a reporter for Greece's News24/7 website, said he had filed a police complaint in Strasbourg on Wednesday. -
Russia ‘European swine wanted to feast on Russia's collapse', Putin says bashing Europe Russia’s president disparaged European leaders on Wednesday, calling Ukraine’s allies “swine” who wanted “to feast on the collapse of Russia” as he blamed the West for Moscow’s war against Ukraine and threatened to continue waging his full-scale invasion. -
Europe News European Parliament asks for EU funds to finance abortions abroad Lawmakers have approved a resolution calling for an EU solidarity mechanism to help women without access to safe and legal abortion in their countries. -
Europe News Exclusive: EU Commissioner Hoekstra defends scrapping 2035 ban on combustion engines Climate Commissioner Hoekstra defended scrapping the landmark proposal to ban combustion-engine cars, calling it "a smart, wise compromise for climate and competitiveness." Meanwhile, critics say Brussels is backtracking on its green agenda. -
Brussels, My Love? Podcast: Frozen Russian assets explained simply What are frozen Russian assets? Why are they dividing EU member states? And what can we expect from the December European Council meeting? Our podcast Brussels, My Love? investigates with Euronews' EU reporter Jorge Liboreriro. -
Europe News EU membership alone insufficient for Ukraine's security, Danish minister tells Euronews Under a reported US peace plan, Ukraine would join the EU as early as January 2027 as part of broader security guarantees. But Denmark's Minister for European Affairs told Euronews that this alone cannot shield Ukraine from future Russian aggression. -
Tech News Former UK chancellor George Osborne joins OpenAI to help governments expand their AI capabilities Britain’s former chief financial minister, George Osborne, said he will lead OpenAI’s programme that helps governments expand their AI capacity. -
Health news EU unveils new biotech plan to boost its global competitiveness and close gap with China, US The new EU Biotech Plan wants to keep research, clinical development, and manufacturing within the European Union. -
Europe in Motion Child sexual abuse: Time limits to prosecute are fragmented across the EU A new damning report calls on all EU member states to write off, or at least extend, child sex crime limitation periods. -
United Kingdom UK to transfer €2.8bn of Abramovich’s Chelsea cash to Ukraine fund, PM Starmer says Since the Russian billionaire sold Chelsea in 2022 under pressure from the British government, the funds from the sale have been frozen. PM Starmer is now allowing him to use it, but only for one cause: to help Ukraine. -
No Comment Political clash erupted in Bulgaria’s parliament during budget debates A heated parliamentary debate over the budget escalated into physical violence amid sharp accusations between governing and opposition parties. -
The Road To Green Making polluters pay: how can we stop environmental criminals? If a hazardous substance is leaking into your tap, you may be an indirect victim of an environmental crime. In this episode of The Road to Green, we meet people in Slovakia and Romania who are working to bring criminals to justice. -
Qatar in Motion Uncovering how water sustainability is being engineered into everyday life in Qatar Water management in arid conditions and limited rainfall pose an inevitable challenge. But what if the solution lies beneath our feet? In this episode of Qatar in Motion, Laila Humairah goes to the depths of the earth to uncover how Qatar is creating a sustainable oasis for its green landscape. -
The Road To Green Perpetrators of environmental crime are often ordinary citizens, says Slovakian investigator One year after the adoption of the updated European Directive on Environmental Crime, Euronews takes stock with Lieutenant Colonel Ondrej Koporec, Slovakian environmental investigator and Chair of the European EnviCrimeNet network. -
No Comment Morocco struggles with floods as Safi mourns victims Deadly floods in Safi, Morocco, have killed 37 people and damaged homes and roads, as authorities work to drain water and restore services after heavy rainfall. -
No Comment From Lapland, Santa prepares to deliver gifts worldwide Finland’s Santa Claus Village near Rovaniemi is buzzing with early Christmas preparations, as visitors gather in Lapland despite late winter sunrises. -
Europe News Signing Mercosur deal is now 'imperative', EU Commissioner Hoekstra tells Euronews In an exclusive interview, European Commissioner for Climate Wopke Hoekstra said signing the Mercosur trade agreement is essential. Rome and Paris, however, are seeking to delay a crucial vote that could push or kill the deal. -
Business Warner Bros will urge shareholders to reject hostile bid as Trump attacks Paramount Warner Bros Discovery is expected to urge shareholders to vote against Paramount's hostile takeover bid. This comes after Jared Kushner, Trump's son-in-law, also withdrew his private equity firm from the financing of the offer. -
Spain Spanish police evict hundreds of migrants from squat deemed safety hazard The Badalona town hall had argued that the squat was a public safety hazard. In 2020, an old factory occupied by around 100 migrants in the Catalan city near Barcelona caught fire, killing four people. -
Travel News ‘A tourist attraction in their own right’: Two new metro stations open in Rome The new terminals have been dubbed ‘archeostations’, as both exhibit archaeological riches unearthed during the construction process. -
Europe News Italy's Meloni pours cold water on EU-Mercosur deal, calling it 'premature' Italy's position is pivotal, as France, Hungary, Poland, and Austria oppose the deal, which requires the approval of a qualified majority for the EU executive chief Ursula von der Leyen to sign it. -
France French interior ministry targeted in massive cyberattack, minister confirms The attack, which lasted "several days," targeted email accounts at the Place Beauvau ministry, which employs nearly 300,000 people, Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez said. -
The Cube Video doesn't show armed military conscripting men in Germany Claims that the armed police are going door to door to conscript young men in Berlin are false. -
Europe News UK to rejoin EU's Erasmus+ student mobility fund in 2027 The deal is being hailed in London as a step towards greater EU-UK relations, but the recent failure to agree on UK involvement in the SAFE defence fund has critics complaining about a "piecemeal" approach to Europe. -
Health news ‘Safe Hearts Plan’: The EU aims to tackle cardiovascular disease. But does it go far enough? The European Union’s new ‘Safe Hearts Plan’ aims to cut cardiovascular deaths by 25 per cent in the next decade. -
Economy Italy's cash ceiling proposal: Balancing freedom and fraud concerns An amendment to Italy's upcoming budget law proposes raising the ceiling for cash payments in the country. While some lawmakers are pushing for more 'consumer freedom', others fear the potential effect on tax evasion and criminal activity. -
Tech News X sues challenger ‘Operation Bluebird’ for trying to ‘steal’ Twitter branding ‘Twitter never left.’ A week after a new start-up petitioned to ‘bring back’ the Twitter name and bird logo, Elon Musk’s X countersued ‘Operation Bluebird’ for copyright infringement. -
Europe News EU gets tough on carbon border tax on heavy industry, vows to protect domestic producers European producers of steel and aluminium will face higher CO2 emissions costs, but the European Commission wants to channel part of the revenues of the EU's carbon border tax to help heavy industries decarbonise. -
Travel News Is it safe to travel to Thailand and Cambodia as border clashes escalate? The UK's foreign office is now advising against all travel within 50 km of the Thai-Cambodian border - with some caveats. -
Culture news Paris Louvre museum to remain partially open as strike action over work conditions continues Louvre union workers unanimously agreed to continue the walkout amid mounting social and security concerns -
Uzbekistan Transport, energy and raw materials drive EU-Central Asia cooperation The European Union is expanding its engagement with Central Asia through transport connectivity, energy investments and cooperation on critical raw materials. -
Lifestyle AI slop, clean girl aesthetic and clutter: 2025's biggest cultural trends Euronews Culture takes a look back at some of the biggest cultural trends that have shaped global fashion, social media, music and more in 2025. -
No Comment Thousands Cuban pilgrims flock to Havana's El Rincon shrine seeking blessings from Saint Lazarus Cuba saw thousands of devotees walk toward the shrine of El Rincon, on the outskirts of Havana, during the annual pilgrimage honouring Saint Lazarus. -
USA Portuguese MIT professor shot dead at home in Massachusetts, motives unknown MIT professor Nuno Loureiro, 47, was shot dead at his Massachusetts home Monday. No arrests have been made in the ongoing homicide investigation. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | December 17th, 2025 – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this December 17th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Europe Today Europe is our destiny, Kosovo’s President Vjosa Osmani tells Euronews Kosovo’s President Vjosa Osmani told Euronews' morning show Europe Today that accession to the EU remains Pristina's "strategic" and "security imperative," although it is not a full-fledged candidate for membership in the 27-member bloc. -
Europe News Von der Leyen warns of EU's 'dangerous' reality in shifting world order ahead of crunch summit The European Commission chief has laid out the high stakes of the decisions facing EU leaders, speaking of a world of "predators" and warning of a new international order after a sharp pivot in Washington's policy towards the continent. -
No Comment Chaos erupts in Mexico City’s Congress during transparency reform debate Mexico City’s Congress descended into a brief scuffle during a debate on transparency reform, leading to a walkout by the opposition and approval of the changes. -
Europe Today Watch the video: The EU enlargement saga — who's next? Once, there were just six. Not long ago, there were 28. Today, there are 27. These are not lottery numbers, it’s the story of our European Union. And that story is set to get a new chapter. But will it? -
Europe Today EU vows transparency in housing market, Commissioner Jørgensen tells Euronews In an interview with Euronews' flagship morning show Europe Today, European Commissioner for Energy and Housing Dan Jørgensen said Brussels has pledged to identify speculation and boost market's fairness as part of its first affordable housing plan unveiled on Tuesday. -
No Comment Australia begins funerals for victims of Bondi Beach Hanukkah shooting Australia has begun funerals in Sydney for victims of the antisemitic Bondi Beach shooting, as police guard services and investigations continue -
Culture news Eurovision crisis: Austrian broadcaster announces it will not censor Palestinian flags or mute boos Austrian public broadcaster ORF, host of the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest, has confirmed it will not prohibit the Palestinian flag or drown out any booing aimed at Israel's performance. "Our task is to show things as they are." -
Destinations Would you sleep on ice? Inside the winter hotels that melt away each spring Rates typically start from €400 for a night in an ice hotel, where guests often sleep on beds made from frozen river water. -
Australia Suspected gunman in Sydney's Bondi Beach massacre charged with 59 offences, police say 24-year-old alleged Bondi attacker Naveed Akram has been charged with 59 offences, including 15 counts of murder, after waking from his coma on Tuesday. -
Europe Today Europe Today: European Commissioner for Housing and Kosovo's President join live Tune in to Euronews' new flagship morning programme, Europe Today, at 8 am Brussels time. In just 15 minutes, we bring you up to speed on the biggest news of the day. -
Tech News EU takes on Big Tech: Here are the top actions regulators have taken in 2025 In 2025, the European Union stepped up investigations of Big Tech companies for flouting rules on digital markets and services. Here are the main actions regulators have taken. -
Business GDP growth forecasts: Which European economies will have the highest growth? After years of lacklustre growth, the eurozone has emerged from a period of stubborn inflation and restrictive interest rates. With growth fixed high on the political agenda, which nation is set to grow fastest in the coming years? -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | December 17th, 2025 – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this December 17th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Europe News Reparations loan for Ukraine: Who's in favour and who's against? The European Union's bold attempt to issue a reparations loan to Ukraine using immobilised Russian assets has sharply divided the bloc's key leaders. Ahead of a crucial summit, Euronews breaks down who's in favour and who's against. -
Health news Footballers face longer recovery times if injured during their period, study finds Female footballers may experience tougher injuries if they get hurt while on their period, a new study shows. -
Culture news Jacques Prévert: A battle to save the poet's former apartment from Moulin-Rouge expansion The Montmartre flat where one of the most important French poets lived is threatened by a project to extend the adjoining Moulin-Rouge cabaret. -
USA Trump expands travel ban and restrictions to include 20 new countries The Trump administration has issued a full travel ban on five more countries as well as people traveling on documents issued by the Palestinian Authority. It also imposed new limits on 15 other countries. -
Europe News Influencer marketing in fast-fashion and food sectors come under European scrutiny The European Consumer Organisation is raising the alarm about hidden advertising practices by influencers on social media for fast-fashion and unhealthy food. -
USA Trump orders blockade of sanctioned oil tankers in and out of Venezuela Trump's escalation comes after U.S. forces last week seized an oil tanker off Venezuela’s coast, an unusual move that followed a buildup of military forces in the region.