2026-02-22

World News

EU demands Trump to deliver on trade pledges after tariffs blocked

The European Commission demanded the US honor its trade commitments after the Supreme Court struck down some of Trump's tariffs. A top EU lawmaker has since moved to pause ratification of last year's EU-US trade deal.

22/02/2026

Hungary

Budapest rallies mark four years of Russia's Ukraine invasion

Civil organisations rally in Budapest to mark four years of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Around 200 people are thought to have attended the event.

22/02/2026

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Latest news bulletin | February 22nd, 2026 – Evening

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22/02/2026

Hungary

Hungary blocks EU sanctions package until transit oil flow resumes

No EU loans can be handed to Ukraine until oil deliveries to Hungary are resumed, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said after a meeting with the Energy Security Council.

22/02/2026

World News

Secret Service shoots and kills armed man at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate

The US Secret Service said the man was observed carrying something that “appeared to be a shotgun and a fuel can.”

22/02/2026

World News

Larijani takes over Iran's preparations for war, says report

There has been key changes to Iran's management and defence structure in the wake of a possible war with the United States, according to an article by the New York Times.

22/02/2026

Food and Drink

Eight out of ten apples in Spain have toxic pesticides in them

A study coordinated by PAN Europe across 13 countries has found that 85% of conventionally grown apples tested contained multiple pesticides at the same time. In Spain, the figure stands at 80%. The combined effects of these substances have not yet been officially assessed.

22/02/2026

Europe News

One dead as Russia launches 50 missiles in overnight attacks

Explosions which Ukrainian authorities have called a terror attack have killed a 23-year-old police officer and injured 25 people in the western city of Lviv.

22/02/2026

World News

Experts warn of rapid loss of water in the Baltic Sea

At the beginning of February, the water level in the Baltic Sea dropped sharply. Experts tell Euronews it is a result of climate change.

22/02/2026

Art

The world's tallest bottle cap mural completed in El Salvador

Venezuelan Óscar Olivares is the man behind the world's tallest mural of plastic lids in the Zacamil neighbourhood of San Salvador. The piece is more than 13 metres high and was built with more than 100,000 pieces recycled by the community.

22/02/2026

Culture news

Pope Leo XIV: 'No change in Church doctrine on gays and trans people'

The Pontiff has dismissed any immediate prospect of change in the Vatican's stance on LGBT+ rights. It's one of many views he's discussed openly with Vaticanist Elise Ann Allen that are contained in a new book "Pope Leo XIV - The Biography."

22/02/2026

Travel News

New luxury tourist train from Osaka to launch this April

Passengers will be able to explore pilgrimage routes, Shingon Buddhist temples and the largest cemetery in Japan.

22/02/2026

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Latest news bulletin | February 22nd, 2026 – Midday

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22/02/2026

Qatar

Arab and Islamic states denounce US Ambassador’s Israel land remarks

Tensions rise in the Middle East after US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee suggested Israel could control Arab territories, prompting strong condemnation from Arab and Islamic countries and regional organisations.

22/02/2026

Sport

Alcaraz remains unbeaten in 2026 after Qatar Open win

World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz improved to 12–0 in 2026, defeating Arthur Fils 6–2, 6–1 to win the Qatar Open, while Fils capped a breakthrough week with a runner-up finish in Doha.

22/02/2026

Iran

Anti-government student protests reported in Tehran

Videos geolocated at universities in Tehran show students chanting "bi sharaf," or "disgraceful" in Farsi, as clashes erupted against supporters of the government.

22/02/2026

Tech News

US rights to free speech vs. European rights to set their own rules

Europeans and Americans talk past each other while rivals watch. The EU can set its own standards, but in an interconnected economy, decoupling fantasies and grandstanding won’t help.

22/02/2026

Health news

Could pet cats help scientists understand human cancer?

Certain cancers in pet cats develop through genetic mutations very similar to those in humans, which could help improve treatments for both species, according to new research.

22/02/2026

Nature

Teenagers often dress to look older – new study shows fish do it too

Highly territorial, clownfish use colour patterns and size as markers of their social rank.

22/02/2026

Green News

Olympic venues hope to leave a sustainable legacy

The 2026 Games have utilised upgraded venues and multi-use developments designed for long-term community use.

22/02/2026

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Latest news bulletin | February 22nd, 2026 – Morning

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22/02/2026

Residences

The major hospitality brands opening new hotels in Europe in 2026

Nearly 124,000 new hotel rooms are projected across Europe this year, with global hospitality giants among the most anticipated openings.

22/02/2026