2026-02-15

Germany

IOC defends sale of T-shirt bearing Nazi 1936 Berlin Games imagery

The T-shirt sold on the Olympic Games' online stores has caused widespread controversy across Germany as people accused the IOC of disseminating Nazi propaganda.

15/02/2026

Europe News

Hungary's opposition leader Magyar promises greater privacy protection

Magyar has promised greater protection of personal privacy in his latest campaign speech after accusing Orbán's government of allegedly blackmailing him with a secretly recorded sex tape with his former partner in a Budapest apartment in 2024.

15/02/2026

Tech News

Europe seen as key market for data sovereignty technology

“This technology is the first technology that's going to start to take data away from big tech," says tech entrepreneur Eric Swider.

15/02/2026

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | February 15th, 2026 – Evening

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this February 15th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

15/02/2026

Sport

World’s top two men's tennis players headline Doha ATP 500

Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner headline the Qatar ExxonMobil Open in Doha, recently voted ATP 500 Tournament of the Year. With Novak Djokovic withdrawing, the spotlight shifts firmly to the sport's new generation.

15/02/2026

Europe News

Rubio tells Europe Washington does not need vassals, but strong allies

The top US diplomat says Washington wants stronger allies in Europe who take more responsibility, as he met Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico in Bratislava on Sunday. Slovakia is the first stop of his two-nation tour of central Europe, which will also feature a visit to Hungary.

15/02/2026

Nepal

Nepal: Watch cannabis rituals unfold during Shivaratri in Kathmandu

Crowds thronged Kathmandu’s Pashupatinath Temple for Shivaratri, where worship, music and a rare legal tolerance of marijuana marked the festival.

15/02/2026

Art

Giant Greek Maria Callas mural wins world's best street art prize

The Greek city of Kalamata is increasingly drawing attention to itself because of a giant mural of Maria Callas recognised as 'best in the world'. For the artist, the soprano's dress symbolises the blossoming, abundance and blessed land of the region.

15/02/2026

Ukraine

Former Ukrainian energy minister detained in attempt to exit country

The National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) said its forces detained Herman Halushchenko after he tried to cross the border during ongoing legal proceedings following a corruption scandal in the country's energy sector that rocked Kyiv last year.

15/02/2026

Europe News

Kallas says 'Europe is not facing civilisational erasure'

Kallas says 'Europe is not facing civilisational erasure' at Munich Security Conference in response to US administration after Marco Rubio expressed worries about the future of a shared Western civilisation.

15/02/2026

Destinations

All the reasons to visit Portugal’s new European Green Capital

Guimarães in northern Portugal is showcasing its green spaces as part of a year-long programme.

15/02/2026

Germany

US Senator Lindsey Graham urges Gulf unity amid regional disputes

Tensions in the Gulf over Yemen, Sudan, and wider regional rivalries highlight the delicate balance among US allies, with unity increasingly seen as vital amid rising uncertainty in the Middle East.

15/02/2026

Europe News

Munich Security Conference 2026: Highlights and analysis

The annual gathering at the Munich Security Conference laid bare competing visions of the West. While Rubio called on Europe to help save a common civilisation, Kaja Kallas suggested Europe does not need saving.

15/02/2026

Europe News

Rubio tours Central Europe to bolster ties with Trump allies

US Secretary of State visits Slovakia and Hungary to discuss energy deals and peace initiatives with nationalist leaders. Both Robert Fico and Viktor Orbán align with Trump's agenda on migration and Ukraine and are fierce critics of the European Union.

15/02/2026

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Latest news bulletin | February 15th, 2026 – Midday

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15/02/2026

Culture Series

Constructions and compositions: the world according to Ingrida Rutkutė

Ingrida Rutkutė is all about the visuals. She's tried many different professions but photography always rises to the top. As a fashion photographer she worked with Bottega Veneta and many others has been a regular presence at fashion weeks in Paris, Milan and Copenhagen.

15/02/2026

World News

'We must not stop being good,' Tusk says in Munich

"Those who think that everything can be bought should also remember that, according to this philosophy, everyone can be sold," Polish PM Donald Tusk said at the Munich Security Conference.

15/02/2026

Travel News

Low-cost airline to relaunch flights from Europe to Kuala Lumpur

AirAsia X’s revived route between London Gatwick and the Malaysian capital will now include a stopover in Bahrain.

15/02/2026

Cuba

Cuba postponed its annual cigar fair due to fuel shortages

Habanos S.A. cited a need to maintain quality standards. No new date has been set for the event's 26th edition.

15/02/2026

Venezuela

Hunger strike of relatives for the quick release of Venezuelan disside

Ten people began a hunger strike in Venezuela to demand the release of the remaining 33 political prisoners at Zona 7, while 17 were freed on Saturday. Relatives continue to protest for an amnesty law.

15/02/2026

Space

Cold (space) war: why the US and the EU are still in the same boat

Ukraine and SpaceX announced they have found a way to prevent Russian armed forces from using Starlink, while Russian propagandists reacted harshly - not only toward SpaceX, but toward Palantir too. Meanwhile, communications from two European satellites were intercepted by Russian spacecraft.

15/02/2026

Health news

Simply the zest: What are the healthiest fruits?

An apple a day keeps the doctor away, but what are the other healthiest fruits to consume? And how do their benefits vary? Euronews Health cherry-picks the best.

15/02/2026

Earth News

Azerbaijan urges action on Caspian Sea climate crisis

Azerbaijan has highlighted rising environmental threats to the Caspian Sea as UN introduces cross-border environmental assessments.

15/02/2026

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Latest news bulletin | February 15th, 2026 – Morning

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15/02/2026

Moments

European cruise trends: Smaller ships and cultural exchanges

Europe’s cruise sector is ushering in a new era as it adapts to overtourism pressures and shifting traveller priorities.

15/02/2026