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No Comment Police destroy opium poppy fields in Pakistan Pakistani police destroyed hectares of opium poppy fields in a tribal region near the Afghan border, as farmers said poverty leaves them few alternatives. -
No Comment Construction workers block roads in France over soaring fuel prices Construction workers set up a roadblock on the Nantes ring road to protest rising fuel costs, saying the sharp increase is putting pressure on their businesses. -
Sport Romanian football great Mircea Lucescu dies at age 80 Lucescu had a lengthy coaching career and was in his second spell with the Romanian national team until stepping down last Thursday after falling ill during training. -
Sport FIFA opens disciplinary case against Spanish football federation over anti-Muslim chants Alongside the FIFA investigation, the Catalonia police force has opened its own probe, which is being handled by the Prosecutor's Office for Hate Crimes and Discrimination. -
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Cuba Hundreds of Cuban women stage rally against US blockade as energy crisis deepens Cuba produces only 40% of the fuel it consumes and the shortage has paralysed the country, affecting its health system, public transportation and the production of goods and services. -
Iran Russia and China veto UN resolution aimed at reopening Hormuz strait as US deadline for deal looms One-fifth of the world's oil typically passes through the strait and Iran's chokehold during the war has sent energy prices soaring around the world. -
Europe News Iran allows two French former detainees to leave the country, Macron says Macron has distanced France from the war in Iran, saying his country wasn't consulted in advance about the US-Israel strikes and didn’t want the war. -
Iraq US journalist Shelly Kittleson released by Iraqi militant group, official says Like many freelancers, Shelly Kittleson often worked on a shoestring budget and without the protections afforded by large news organisations to staff. -
No Comment Anti-war protesters rally outside US embassy office in Tel Aviv A small group of anti-war protesters gathered outside the US embassy’s Tel Aviv office, calling for an end to the conflict before police moved to disperse the demonstration. -
Iran 'Only the president knows' what he will do on Iran, White House says in statement Trump had threatened to target Iranian infrastructure unless Tehran agreed a deal to end the war on Tuesday, saying he was "considering blowing everything up and taking over the oil." -
Europe News How serious will the jet fuel crisis in Europe become? Jet fuel prices have increased by 95% since the United States and Israel launched military attacks against Iran on 28 February. Higher fares, fuel surcharges and reductions in capacity or limiting of unprofitable routes will be the new normal, energy analysts warn. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | April 7th, 2026 – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 7th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
France France's Sarkozy maintains innocence at Libya election funding trial Sarkozy was sentenced to five years in prison for his alleged part in a scheme to obtain funds from the government of Libya's leader Muammar Gaddafi in exchange for political and diplomatic favours. -
Qatar Qatar warns Iran war could now 'spiral out of control' In a series of direct warnings and as the US deadline for Iran approached later on Tuesday, Qatar’s foreign ministry called for “a way of ending the war before it spirals out of control”, adding that there was still time for diplomacy to prevail, “before it escalates beyond anyone’s control”. -
World News Moscow threatens Baltic states, claiming they help Ukraine strike Russia The Russian foreign ministry issued veiled threats to Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania, accusing them of assisting Ukraine in Kyiv’s campaign against Russia’s oil terminals. -
Business Bill Ackman proposes €56 billion acquisition of Universal Music Group Billionaire investor Bill Ackman has proposed a €56 billion deal to merge Universal Music Group with a US acquisition vehicle, delivering shareholders a 78% premium and a potential New York Stock Exchange listing. -
Tech News Mexican researchers develop simplified robotic arm inspired by a simple childhood promise A Mexican engineer has helped build a robotic arm for his lifelong friend, aiming to make prosthetics simpler and more accessible. -
The Cube Why did Italy deny US bombers access to an Italian airbase? Claims circulating online suggest Italy denied US military aircraft access to the Sigonella base in Sicily for political reasons linked to the war in Iran. However, official statements and reporting from multiple sources indicate the situation is more procedural than political. -
Culture news Who are viral math rock duo Angine de Poitrine – and is the hype justified? Angine de Poitrine have conquered the internet in a matter of weeks with their alien polka-dotted get-up and experimental math rock. Their recent YouTube video made them a viral sensation. Another here-today-gone-tomorrow act? Or are they the real deal? -
Greece Greek parliament recommends lifting MP immunity in EU farm subsidy fraud scandal Nine of the 11 MPs submitted written statements to the committee, while former Rural Development Minister Kostas Tsiaras and MP Notis Mitarakis appeared in person to make their case. -
Health news Your gut, your health, your brain: Why everyone talks about the microbiome Recent studies not only show the importance of the microbiome but also give clear indicators as to how changes in gut bacteria can signal or influence specific health outcomes. -
Hungary Orbán offered help to Putin 'in any way that I can,' reports say Orbán offered his support to Putin, likening his assistance to that of a mouse helping a lion in a well-known Hungarian fable, according to a phone conversation transcript obtained by news agency Bloomberg. -
World News Over 180 dead or missing in Mediterranean in last 10 days, UN migration agency says The IOM has previously highlighted the Central Mediterranean as the deadliest migration corridor in the world. -
Business Gas discovery off Egypt's coast comes at a critical moment for Iran war ENI and Egypt have announced a significant gas discovery in the Eastern Mediterranean — a potential boost for Cairo as the Iran war sends energy import costs rocketing. -
Europe News US Vice President Vance attacks Brussels and vows to help Orbán ahead of Hungarian vote Vance accused the European Union of electoral interference in Hungary’s election campaign during a visit to Budapest. Speaking alongside Orbán, Vance described the Hungarian leader as a “role model” for Europe. -
Culture news Kanye West blocked from travelling to UK by government - Wireless Festival has been cancelled Controversial American rapper Kanye 'Ye' West has been blocked from entering the UK to perform at the Wireless music festival after a mounting backlash over his planned summer headline slot. Now, the 2026 edition of the Wireless Festival has been axed. -
Destinations A new high-speed rail link is launching between Tashkent and Khiva. Here’s what to see and do This new train cuts travel time between the Uzbek capital and Silk Road city from 14 hours to around seven and a half. -
Europe News Don't commit war crimes in Iran, EU urges Trump as deadline looms Donald Trump's threat to strike Iran's bridges and power plants has raised the prospect of war crimes. The EU insists all sides should respect international law and exercise "maximum restraint". -
USA Trump's Iran ultimatum: When does it expire and how serious is his threat to 'blow up everything'? US president warns a civilisation could be about to disappear if the regime in Tehran does not respond to his ultimatum after six weeks of war by Tuesday night. What are the possible scenarios? Euronews explains: -
Art Give us Guernica: Basque leaders step up call for transfer of Picasso's famous painting to Bilbao For decades, the Basque government has been calling for Guernica to be loaned to the Guggenheim in Bilbao, but Madrid's Reina Sofía museum has just published a 16-page report that says the Picasso masterpiece is too delicate and fragile to be moved, no matter what the occasion. -
Space The most awe-inspiring photographs from NASA’s Artemis II mission so far The photographs from NASA’s Artemis II mission have been nothing short of spectacular so far. Here is a selection of the very best. -
Earth News 'Life goes on': Ukrainians find relief and joy by releasing endangered bats rescued from the war 'We're all living in war time, and everyone has their own struggles, but we are doing what we know best'. -
Iran Russia provided Iran with intelligence on Israeli energy sites, Ukraine says Kyiv stated that Moscow is sharing its satellite intelligence with Iran to help Tehran strike Israel’s energy sites, which could cause power grid collapse and mass blackouts. -
Iran Trump says 'whole civilisation will die tonight' if Iran ultimatum expires Previously, the US president has warned that unless Tehran reopened the Strait of Hormuz, the US would unleash what he called the "complete demolition" of Iran's critical infrastructure overnight on Wednesday. -
Business Venture capital surges to $320mn as Central Asia's startup scene takes off Fresh data from the Central Eurasia Venture Forum in Tashkent points to rising startup funding, AI investment and cross-border activity as governments move to improve access to capital and support market expansion. -
Economy Japan enacts largest state budget in history worth €664 billion The upper house of the Japanese parliament has enacted a state budget of ¥122.3 trillion (€664bn), the largest allocation in the country's history. The move reflects PM Takaichi's goal of an expansionary fiscal policy. -
Earth News As Greece battles illegal fishing, new digital platform aims to step up protection of marine life Greek authorities have imposed strict seasonal regulations on fishing and prohibited certain types of fishing gear. -
Culture news Former Migos rapper Offset in 'stable condition' after being shot in Florida US rapper Offset is reportedly in a stable condition after being shot at Seminole Hard Rock in Hollywood, Florida. It comes four years after his cousin Takeoff, another member of the popular hip-hop trio Migos, was fatal gunned down in Texas in 2022. -
Economy Will the US Fed raise interest rates to fight Iran war inflation? The US Federal Reserve is weighing whether to raise interest rates for the first time in years as the Iran war drives up fuel costs and pushes inflation further above target. -
Turkey Three gunmen 'neutralised' in shooting incident near Israeli consulate in Istanbul Authorities said a comprehensive investigation is being carried out with law enforcement units under the coordination of the chief public prosecutor's office. -
World News Iran war and energy supply disruptions accelerate South Caucasus collaboration When it comes to connecting the continents of Asia and Europe, Azerbaijan and Georgia play a vital role in the transit of energy. The leaders of both countries have outlined how they will work together to broaden the Middle Corridor. -
Tech News Robot taxes, four-day work week: Inside OpenAI’s plan for an AI-driven economy The company believes that AIs will soon become smarter than humans, which will have a drastic effect on how people work, live and pay taxes. -
Europe in Motion Space defence: How is the EU boosting its military space capabilities? Europe is officially levelling up its orbital armour, yet while major defence upgrades are planned by 2030, the road to total independence from global superpowers remains costly. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | April 7th, 2026 – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 7th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Iran Iran still refuses to reopen Strait of Hormuz as Trump threatens infrastructure strikes The Tehran regime has pushed back on the US president's ultimatum to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, as Trump again reiterated his threat of Iran's "complete demolition" by the end of his deadline. -
Euronews Tech Talks Ex-astronaut Daniel Tani’s journey to space |Euronews Tech Talks As NASA marks a historic milestone with the Artemis II mission, Euronews Tech Talks sits down with former astronaut Daniel Tani to discuss life in orbit and the growing role of international cooperation in space exploration. -
Travel News Capture the perfect picture: New ‘selfie trail’ launched in Magaluf With its purpose-built stands, the trail in Mallorca aims to solve the modern dilemma of wanting to capture travel moments, while also boosting sustainable tourism. -
Greece Centauros: Greece's anti-drone system that changes 'war of drones' at low cost The anti-drone system, named after a mythical creature symbolising untamed forces of nature, uses electronic warfare technology to detect and neutralise UAVs without munitions. -
Markets Markets send mixed signals ahead of Trump's deadline to escalate Iran war European and Asian markets sent mixed signals on Tuesday in anticipation of US President Donald Trump's deadline for Iran to agree to a deal "before all Hell will reign down on them". -
France French TGV train collides with a truck, killing one and injuring 27 The TGV driver was killed and 27 people were injured in the accident, which occurred at a road crossing on Tuesday morning. -
Climate As solar costs plummet, fossil fuels are fast becoming the more expensive option Electrotech has for a long time been out of reach for low-income countries due to higher upfront costs. -
Ukraine Russian drone strike on bus stop in central Ukraine kills three and injures 12 The Russian drone targeted a moving bus deliberately as it was pulling in to a stop to allow waiting passengers on board, officials said. -
Europe News Between Budapest and Brussels: Péter Magyar’s political tightrope The leader of Hungary’s opposition Tisza party has prioritised domestic campaigning over his parliamentary duties, at times defying his European Parliament group to appeal to voters while distancing himself from EU figures like Ursula von der Leyen. -
No Comment Russian strike on Odesa kills three, including child A Russian overnight attack on Ukraine’s port city of Odesa killed three people, including a child, and left several others injured, authorities said. -
EU.XL Is AGILE, the EU's new pilot, the answer to boosting defence innovation? AI, drones, cyber tools. The wars in Ukraine and the Middle East show that modern conflict runs on software-driven systems developed in weeks, not years. Can the EU's AGILE programme scale up fast enough to keep pace? -
Europe Today Sex and the City star Kristin Davis urges more empathy for Sudan American actress Kristin Davis, known for her role as Charlotte in “Sex and the City” tells Euronews' flagship morning show Europe Today about her recent trip to Sudan to mark three years since the beginning of the conflict. -
Europe Today Newsletter: Trump sharpens threatening rhetoric over the Strait of Hormuz Also in this newsletter: US President JD Vance travels to Hungary to support Viktor Orbán for the general elections. UN Goodwill Ambassador and actress Kristin Davis talks about the war in Sudan. -
No Comment Hungarian Easter tradition sees women doused with water in Hollókő A centuries-old Easter tradition continues in a Hungarian village, where men pour water over women in a ritual rooted in folklore and springtime customs. -
United Arab Emirates UAE tells Euronews ceasefire not enough for Iran war solution, says 'no trust' in Tehran regime In a briefing to Euronews, the UAE president's diplomatic advisor called for a durable regional security solution beyond a ceasefire with the US as central to the Gulf’s security, as “there is no trust” in the current Iranian regime, but also sees a “more prominent Israeli influence in the Gulf.” -
Culture news Kanye West backlash escalates in UK as festival organiser defends booking - West issues statement Wireless Festival organiser has defended the booking of Kanye 'Ye' West for this summer’s headline slot, while more sponsors drop out of the festival. Questions remain over whether the controversial rapper will be able to enter the UK. West has now issued a statement of his own. -
EU.XL AI, drones, quantum: the EU’s new AGILE plan targets future warfare The Iran war has become the ultimate testbed for next-generation military technology. Russia’s war on Ukraine laid bare the deadly cost of obsolete arsenals. Artificial Intelligence, drone swarms, and precision systems dictate the outcome of conflicts. Technology is now the battlefield. -
Europe Today Europe Today: Vance rallies behind Orbán in Hungary election campaign’s final week Tune in to Europe Today, Euronews' flagship morning programme at 8 am Brussels time. In just 20 minutes, we bring you up to speed on the biggest news of the day. -
Syria Easter festivities muted for Syrian Christians after recent violence Syrian Christians saw their Easter celebrations confined to church prayers after armed groups attacked the town of Al-Suqaylabiyah in Hama on 27 March. Euronews spoke to the faithful in the country on one of Christianity's most important holidays. -
Culture news Going underground (again): Paris catacombs reopen to visitors after major safety renovations After five months of work, the famous Parisian ossuary will be offering its many visitors a new, more immersive experience from Wednesday 8 April. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | April 7th, 2026 – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 7th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Economy GDP per capita in purchasing power: Which were Europe's richest and poorest countries in 2025? Gross domestic product per capita in purchasing power standards varies significantly across Europe in 2025. One in three people in the EU lives in a country where GDP per capita in PPS is above the EU average. -
Earth News Germany has become a leader in plug-in solar. What’s taking other European countries so long? The war on Iran has triggered a growing interest in plug-in solar panels, which have long been all the rage in Germany. -
Destinations Hidden shipwrecks and secret spice routes: These are the best treasure hunting destinations From finding gold coins to discovering underwater shipwrecks, these are the best treasure hunting destinations for adventure seekers. -
Europe News US Vice President Vance departs for Hungary in support of Orbán JD Vance's visit to Hungary is a show of support for Prime Minister Viktor Orbán in the final stretch before Sunday's elections. -
Space Artemis II crew head back towards Earth after completing record-breaking lunar flyby NASA's mission control in Houston regained communication with the crew after an expected loss of contact for some 40 minutes, as their spacecraft passed behind Earth's natural satellite.