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Mercosur signature delayed to January after Meloni asks for more time

The European Commission announced it will delay the signing of the Mercosur trade agreement until the new year after Meloni asked for more time. No date has been set. Backers hope deal won't be further derailed.

18/12/2025

Syria

Lifting of US sanctions on Syria could spur refugee returns, UN says

The UN refugee agency reports that altogether more than 1 million refugees and nearly 2 million internally displaced Syrians have returned to their homes since Bashar al-Assad's fall.

18/12/2025

Poland

Top EU court rules Polish Constitutional Tribunal is not independent

The Constitutional Tribunal is the highest judicial body in Poland, responsible for checking the compatibility of laws and international agreements with the country's constitution.

18/12/2025

Tech News

Woman marries video game character created through ChatGPT

'You taught me love': Japanese woman marries AI partner after 100 daily messages as concern over 'AI psychosis' rises.

18/12/2025

Myanmar

Trafficked, exploited: Rohingya children's lives crushed by aid cuts

Though the US spent just 1% of its budget on foreign aid, Trump dubbed USAID wasteful and shut it down, a move that has proven catastrophic for the world's most vulnerable.

18/12/2025

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Severe pollution in Sarajevo, residents advised to stay indoors

Sarajevo faced heavy fog and pollution on Thursday, causing flight cancellations and traffic disruptions.

18/12/2025

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Farmers clash with police near European parliament in Brussels

Belgium farmers clashed with police in Brussels during protests against the EU-Mercosur trade deal, as leaders debated safeguards and possible delays.

18/12/2025

Art

Picture this: Trump's White House portrait gallery sparks protocol row

Donald Trump has added new features to his President Walk Of Fame portrait gallery of former leaders of the United States. But the decorative plaques in the West Wing of the White House have ripped up the rule book on protocol with language more akin to Trump's social media style.

18/12/2025

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Latest news bulletin | December 18th, 2025 – Evening

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this December 18th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

18/12/2025

Culture news

FIFA to launch new football video game exclusively on Netflix

FIFA coming soon to Netflix: Set for release ahead of the 2026 World Cup, the partnership with the US streaming giant marks a clean break from FIFA’s acrimonious split with Electronic Arts.

18/12/2025

Economy

ECB's Lagarde: AI fuels investment, no rate path set

ECB President Christine Lagarde kept rates unchanged, citing persistent uncertainty and strong AI-driven investment.

18/12/2025

Belgium

Europe should not replace US in security guarantees, Zelenskyy says

Responding to a question from Euronews, the Ukrainian leader said Europe’s commitment to assist Ukraine in case of a future Russian attack cannot replace the US security guarantees for Ukraine. For Kyiv these are “different things” and how Russia is trying to “exclude” the EU from it, he explained.

18/12/2025

Business

Portugal tops EU list for overvalued housing prices

The European Commission estimates that the average overvaluation of housing prices in Portugal is higher by around 25%, "surpassing other property markets" in the bloc.

18/12/2025

France

Second alleged shaving incident raises concerns over Paris foster home

The claims come just days after a separate case involving an eight-year-old boy, prompting Paris authorities to refer the matter to the courts.

18/12/2025

Germany

Germany charges teen members of extremist group with attempted murder

Most of the youths were arrested in May, when they were accused of involvement with a group calling itself "Last Defence Wave."

18/12/2025

Estonia

Russian border guards briefly cross into Estonia, Tallinn says

A meeting between the border representatives of Estonia and Russia was planned for Thursday, at which Estonia was expected to make a statement on the incursion.

18/12/2025

Energy Frontiers

IEA analyst warns global energy efficiency progress remains off track

In partnership with Azpromo

The IEA (International Energy Agency) warns global energy efficiency gains are improving in 2025 but remain off track for 2030 goals.

18/12/2025

Health news

Spanish police raid research lab in African swine fever investigation

The investigation seeks to clarify whether the outbreak of African swine fever that has killed 26 wild boars originated in one of the five laboratories in the area that work with the virus.

18/12/2025

Green News

Air pollution is keeping children indoors in Bosnian capital

The capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina often tops the list of places with the worst air quality globally.

18/12/2025

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Tech leaders urge Brussels to shift from compliance to competitiveness

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Industry leaders at a Euronews debate warned that Europe’s growing regulatory complexity is undermining innovation and competitiveness, urging Brussels to simplify fast.

18/12/2025

Greece

Greece receives navy frigate from France as military upgrade continues

Athens has the option for a fourth frigate, which was approved by parliament in summer and formally agreed with Paris in November.

18/12/2025

Around Azerbaijan

Why Shusha remains a cradle of culture and creativity

In partnership with Azerbaijan Tourism Board

Shusha, known as Azerbaijan’s cultural cradle, reveals its rich heritage through historic landmarks, music, poetry, crafts and traditions shaped by centuries of creativity.

18/12/2025

Climate

Spain prepares for heatwaves with national network of climate shelters

In 2025, the country experienced its hottest summer on record.

18/12/2025

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Farmers from 27 EU countries protest EU-Mercosur trade deal

Belgium farmers protested in Brussels against the EU Mercosur trade deal, clashing with police as tractors gathered near the European Parliament.

18/12/2025

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Danish minister hails progress made as EU presidency nears end

As Denmark prepares to hand over the EU Presidency torch to Cyprus, its European Affairs Minister tells Euronews that her country made significant gains on priority points, from simplification to migration.

18/12/2025

Economy

ECB holds interest rates as eurozone economic growth remains robust

The eurozone has managed to weather US tariffs more effectively than expected. Growth remains resilient, while inflation continues to hover around the ECB’s 2% target.

18/12/2025

France

French court jails doctor for life for poisoning patients, killing 12

According to the prosecution, Péchier contaminated infusion bags with potassium, local anaesthetics, adrenaline and heparin in order to induce cardiac arrest or haemorrhage in patients treated by colleagues.

18/12/2025

Economy

BoE delivers Christmas rate cut after cooler-than-expected inflation

Fresh data this week shows UK inflation fell more than expected in November, shifting the central bank’s focus to rising unemployment and lacklustre growth.

18/12/2025

Green News

EU rollback of 2035 car emissions ban sparks climate concerns

The EU has softened its 2035 car emissions ban, raising questions about climate targets and the pace of EV adoption.

18/12/2025

Belgium

Farmers block roads in Brussels to protest EU-Mercosur free-trade deal

Proponents argue the agreement would provide an alternative to Beijing's export controls and Washington's tariff policies. Critics warn it would weaken environmental regulations and damage the EU's agricultural sector.

18/12/2025