2026-01-23

Russia

Russia releases video of its Air Forces flying above the Baltic Sea

Russia released a video of its air forces conducting “routine” flights over the Baltic Sea, a move it described was conducted over neutral waters and in full compliance with international law.

23/01/2026

The Europe Conversation

'Electrifying everything' is key to Europe's future, says IEA chief

The International Energy Agency (IEA) chief told Euronews that safeguarding the continent's energy security and reaching climate goals will be dependent on electrifying "everything" — from energy infrastructure, to transport and buildings.

23/01/2026

Italy

Meloni and Merz: 'Let Europe take the lead and choose its own destiny'

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz signed the new German-Italian Action Plan in Rome, where the two delegations met for the intergovernmental summit in Rome on Friday.

23/01/2026

Greenland

Greenland 'very happy with the EU' in face of Trump takeover threats

In recent weeks, Trump said the US must take control of Greenland, an autonomous territory of Denmark, citing its strategic importance for national security.

23/01/2026

United Kingdom

Starmer calls Trump's remarks about Nato troops in Afghanistan 'insulting', urges apology

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has urged US President Donald Trump to apologize for his false assertion that troops from NATO countries — other than Americans — stayed away from the front line during the war in Afghanistan.

23/01/2026

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | January 23rd, 2026 – Evening

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this January 23rd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

23/01/2026

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Anne Hathaway and Donatella Versace among mourners at Valentino's funeral in Rome

Anne Hathaway, Donatella Versace and other fashion icons gathered in Rome to bid farewell to Valentino Garavani, who passed away at 93.

23/01/2026

Europe News

EPP penalises Hungarian opposition party for not backing von der Leyen

MEPs from Hungary's main opposition party did not show up to defend their political ally, Ursula von der Leyen, at a motion of censure vote on Thursday – but party leader Péter Magyar said the ensuing sanctions from the EPP Group show they don't have "owners" in Brussels.

23/01/2026

Europe Today

Watch the video: Ryanair vs Musk — who's on board?

"Come fly with me, let's fly away": Michael O’Leary and Elon Musk have been embroiled in a major argument that began on Musk's platform X and extended to O'Leary's Ryanair. The reason for this sudden show of affection? A fight over Musk’s Starlink WiFi onboard.

23/01/2026

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Morocco makes its case in Davos as a bridge between Europe and Africa

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At the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos, Morocco stepped forward with a clear message: in an era of fractured trade routes and shifting global supply chains, the Kingdom is positioning itself as a stable, competitive platform linking Europe, Africa and beyond.

23/01/2026

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Storm Ingrid causes flooding in parts of western France

Orange alerts for rain and flooding, as well as wave submersion, remain in place for Finistere and Morbihan.

23/01/2026

Ukraine

EU sends generators to Ukraine as Russian strikes cut power for heat

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said earlier this week that around 4,000 buildings in the capital Kyiv were still without heating and most of the city was cut off from electricity after Russian strikes.

23/01/2026

Culture news

World says goodbye to fashion icon Valentino Garavani at Rome funeral

Valentino Garavani, who died aged 93 at his Rome residence on Monday, was adored by generations of royals, first ladies and celebrities.

23/01/2026

Travel News

The world’s fastest train line is being built between Tokyo and Nagoya

The L0 Series train being developed by Japan currently is likely to reach speeds of up to 603.5kmh, making it the world’s fastest train.

23/01/2026

Cinema

Óliver Laxe on Oscar-nominated ‘Sirāt’ and giving birth to 'a monster'

Euronews Culture sat down with director Óliver Laxe at this year’s European Film Awards to discuss his freshly Oscar-nominated film ‘Sirāt’, the pitfalls of streaming platforms and how cinemas are “a place for transformation”.

23/01/2026

Culture news

Heated Rivalry TV stars announced as Winter Olympics torchbearers

The world has gone mad for HBO's sports romance series, and now the Winter Olympics are getting in on the action by choosing stars Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie as official torchbearers.

23/01/2026

Made in Europe

Inside Europe's booming push for green steel factories

This is the story of how a small European Union family business has grown to become a global game changer in the ultracompetitive sector of clean steel. A technological challenge… made in Europe.

23/01/2026

USA

Outrage in UK after Trump claims NATO troops avoided Afghan front line

According to official UK figures, 405 of the 457 British casualties who died in Afghanistan were killed in hostile military action.

23/01/2026

Green News

Why trawling is still allowed in protected Scottish waters

Environmentally damaging fishing practices continue across Europe even in protected areas, conservation groups say.

23/01/2026

Tech News

Paris Hilton joins the fight against sexually-explicit AI deepfakes

Socialite and hotel heiress Paris Hilton joined US congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to advocate for legal protections for victims of AI deepfake porn.

23/01/2026

Business

Trump sues JPMorgan CEO. Who else says 'lefty' banks shut them out?

The lawsuit alleges political “debanking” after the 2021 Capitol riots. Similar disputes have hit figures from Nigel Farage to Marine Le Pen, while banks reject claims of bias.

23/01/2026

Belgium

NATO chief and Danish prime minister agree to boost Arctic security

NATO said that the United States, Denmark and Greenland would negotiate on stepping up efforts to stop Russia and China gaining a "foothold" on the territory.

23/01/2026

France

French government avoids collapse after surviving no-confidence votes

Despite two no-confidence motions filed by the hard left and the far right, the French government avoided collapse, saved by the moderate left Socialists and conservative lawmakers.

23/01/2026

Cinema

Film of the Week: 'No Other Choice' - Unemployment turns deadly

South Korean director Park Chan-wook's adaptation of Donald Westlake’s novel "The Ax" is an exhilarating jet-black comedy which masterfully skewers the horrors the capitalism. It's a flat-out masterpiece.

23/01/2026

Health news

Could a shingles vaccine help you live longer?

Besides protecting against the disease, the shingles vaccine could also be linked to slower biological ageing, a new study has found.

23/01/2026

South Korea

Seoul slaps travel bans on civilians over drone flights to North Korea

Analysts say North Korea's drone accusations were likely driven by its efforts to dial up anti-South Korea sentiment ahead of the ruling Workers' Party congress.

23/01/2026

Economy

Could inflation in Europe make an unexpected comeback in 2026?

The eurozone's private sector grew in January, but services inflation is showing a sustained rise, raising fresh concerns for the ECB.

23/01/2026

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Rare ice ridges appear along Baltic Sea coast, drawing scientists' attention

An extremely rare weather phenomenon called toros has appeared along the Baltic Sea coast, drawing attention from residents and scientists.

23/01/2026

Green News

Nature loss is a national security risk, intelligence chiefs warn

Without “major intervention” the UK risks increasing geopolitical instability, economic insecurity, conflict and migration.

23/01/2026

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | January 23rd, 2026 – Midday

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this January 23rd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

23/01/2026