2026-02-17

The Cube

Arrests in French far-right activist murder case follow misinformation

A flood of conflicting narratives and misinformation about alleged suspects tied to the killing of 23-year-old Quentin Deranque in Lyon has spread online, preceding the first wave of arrests.

17/02/2026

France

Nine suspects arrested in killing of French far-right activist in Lyon

The incident has fuelled tensions between the far right and hard left ahead of municipal elections in March and the presidential election next year.

17/02/2026

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Romanian minister backs EU joint debt in push to reboot economy

Minister Alexandru Nazare also supports the more controversial E6 club of economic heavyweights, saying if it succeeds, it's a "good thing" for Europe.

17/02/2026

Art

Check out the winners from the Sony World Photography Awards 2026

The Sony World Photography Awards have announced the winners of this year's Open competition which recognises the best single image taken across ten categories ranging from architecture, lifestyle, wildlife and travel.

17/02/2026

Europe News

What’s a Canadian doing in discussions about the euro?

François-Philippe Champagne was the special guest at Monday’s meeting of euro area finance ministers in Brussels – the first time a Canadian representative had been invited to this restricted format, from which non-euro area ministers are normally excluded.

17/02/2026

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Latest news bulletin | February 17th, 2026 – Evening

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this February 17th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

17/02/2026

Culture news

Eurovision fans blame high ticket prices for live tour cancellation

There's been an enormous backlash from Eurovision fans in response to the cancellation of the inaugural live tour; another setback to the organiser's ongoing preparations for this year's song contest.

17/02/2026

Syria

Syria starts evacuating Al-Hol camp housing thousands linked to IS

Syrian government forces took control of the northeastern camp from the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) last month.

17/02/2026

Tech News

These dancing robots stole the show at Beijing’s Lunar New Year fair

Developed by Chinese startups such as Booster Robotics, the AI-powered machines are part of a technology-themed temple fair in China.

17/02/2026

The Cube

Did Francesca Albanese really call Israel 'the enemy of humanity'?

Last week, France, Germany and others called for the resignation of Francesca Albanese, the UN special rapporteur on the occupied Palestinian territories, over an alleged anti-semitic comment about Israel. Her supporters say the claim is based on misinformation.

17/02/2026

Europe News

Belgium reprimands US ambassador over circumcision accusations

The Belgian government has clashed with the US after Donald Trump's ambassador accused Brussels of antisemitism over its laws regulating circumcision.

17/02/2026

France

France releases suspected Russian 'shadow fleet' tanker after fine

Oil tanker named the Grinch has left French waters after the company that owns the vessel paid a penalty worth "several million euros".

17/02/2026

Health news

Single-dose psychedelic treatment may ease depression, research finds

One dose of the active compound in ayahuasca significantly improves depressive symptoms in early stages of a clinical trial, according to a new study.

17/02/2026

Iran

Tehran threatens US and closes Hormuz for drills amid nuclear talks

Iran has temporarily closed the Strait of Hormuz for live-fire drills on Tuesday as tensions with the US escalate, even as new nuclear talks in Geneva seek to avert open conflict.

17/02/2026

Tech News

ByteDance to add safeguards to AI video tool after Hollywood backlash

After facing mounting pressure from Hollywood alongside legal threats from Disney, ByteDance moves to tighten safeguards on its AI video app, Seedance 2.0.

17/02/2026

Business Line

Transforming care nationwide in Uzbekistan

In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan is modernising its healthcare system with new hospitals, advanced pediatric care and a rapidly expanding private sector. Digital health systems, regional services and medical education are also improving, making quality healthcare more accessible nationwide.

17/02/2026

Focus

Web Summit Qatar 2026 renews push to build a global tech hub

Web Summit Qatar 2026 opens in Doha with $2 billion in new funding, fresh incentives for entrepreneurs and a fast-growing global tech ecosystem.

17/02/2026

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China's advanced humanoid robots perform during Spring Festival gala

Humanoid robots take centre stage during China's annual Spring Festival Gala, performing a martial arts routine that included kicks, sword waving, and backflips

17/02/2026

Europe News

EU won't 'shy away' from new sanctions on Russia if G7 deal fails

Economy Commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis said a G7 deal is not an "absolute precondition" for a full ban on maritime services for Russian tankers. Brussels wants the new sanctions approved by 24 February.

17/02/2026

Economy

Uzbekistan’s reserves climb to $75bn, gold dominates at 85%

Foreign reserves are well above IMF adequacy benchmarks, enough for 17 months of imports and four times short-term external debt. Authorities are keeping a gold-heavy mix while slowly adding US Treasuries and foreign deposits.

17/02/2026

Destinations

You could win a private island in Sweden

Visit Sweden has said the initiative is about sharing ‘a very Swedish perspective on freedom and responsibility in nature’.

17/02/2026

Tech News

China unleashes a new wave of AI models ahead of Lunar New Year

Major Chinese AI companies such as Alibaba, ByteDance, and Zhipu have all announced launches in the weeks leading up to the Lunar New Year, while the industry awaits a possible new drop byDeepSeek.​

17/02/2026

Belgium

Belgium summons US ambassador in dispute over antisemitism accusations

In a lengthy post on X, US ambassador to Belgium Bill White accused the country of antisemitic prosecution of Jewish Belgians. Belgian Foreign Minister Maxime Prévot called the accusation "dangerous disinformation".

17/02/2026

Italy

Cheating row at Winter Olympics challenges curling's culture of trust

A cheating row over "double-touching" has rattled curling at the Winter Olympics, testing the sport's culture of trust and self-officiating.

17/02/2026

Ecotech

How a ‘flying’ electric ferry is transforming this Swedish city

The Swedish capital’s hydrofoil electric ferry slashes emissions by up to 94%, according to a new report.

17/02/2026

Europe in Motion

Do Europeans trust the EU or their national governments more?

A new survey of 27,000 people living across the bloc reveals profound disparities in levels of trust in local, national and EU institutions.

17/02/2026

Tech News

Nothing to start delivering AI-native product ideas this year

Carl Pei, CEO of Nothing, tells Euronews about the company's rise to unicorn status, expansion plans across India, Europe and the US, as well as the latest product launch plans.

17/02/2026

World News

Central Asia boosts green energy, infrastructure and SMEs

Central Asia and Mongolia received around €1.72bn from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development last year to fund 120 projects. The investments have a focus on renewable energy, infrastructure and SMEs.

17/02/2026

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Brazil’s Queen of Rock, Rita Lee, honored at Rio Carnival parade

The second night of parades at Rio de Janeiro’s Sambadrome began with Mocidade Independente de Padre Miguel honoring late Brazilian rock icon Rita Lee.

17/02/2026

Travel News

‘Real economic consequences’: US warned over ESTA changes

Research by the World Travel and Tourism Council reveals that the US risks losing 157,000 jobs and up to 4.7 million international tourists.

17/02/2026