2026-04-10

Economy

Airport council warns: Hormuz closure poses major fuel shortage risks

In a letter to the EU, the Airports Council International warned that if Hormuz does not reopen within three weeks, paraffin shortages in Europe will be critical.

10/04/2026

USA

JD Vance warns Iran not to 'play' US during planned talks in Pakistan

The US vice president said he was "looking forward to negotiations" in Pakistan as UK Prime Minister Starmer classified the ceasefire as "fragile".

10/04/2026

World News

Lithuania and Azerbaijan expand ties during PM Ruginienė’s visit

Lithuania is strengthening economic and political ties with Azerbaijan through Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė’s visit to Baku, focusing on energy, trade and transport connectivity, and aiming to deepen cooperation within the EU framework.

10/04/2026

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Italy: From Go to Monopoly, board games bridge generations

A new exhibition titled “0–99. Design for Play” opened on 10 April 2026 at Palazzo Arese Borromeo in Cesano Maderno, near Milan, turning a 17th‑century aristocratic residence into a large, interactive gallery of games.

10/04/2026

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Israel: Hezbollah rocket from Lebanon strikes Safed, injuring several people

Emergency services were deployed in Safed on 10 April 2026 after a rocket fired from Lebanon by Hezbollah struck the northern city, prompting a rapid response to treat casualties and secure the area.

10/04/2026

Culture news

Fancy a Picasso for €100? Enter a raffle for Alzheimer's research

A Paris raffle is offering a Picasso for €100 a ticket, with proceeds expected to raise millions for Alzheimer’s research.

10/04/2026

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Emmanuel Macron meets Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican to discuss global tensions

France’s President Emmanuel Macron met Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican on Friday, marking their first official talks and signalling renewed dialogue between France and the Holy See at a time of rising global tensions.

10/04/2026

Top News Stories Today

Latest news bulletin | April 10th, 2026 – Evening

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 10th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

10/04/2026

France

French former hostage In Iran faces surreal tax troubles after release

Former French hostage in Iran, Benjamin Brière, said his release did not end his ordeal, as he struggled with taxes, benefits and reintegration back home.

10/04/2026

Culture news

Bafta apologises over N-word incident after independent review

The review found no malicious intent but identified clear structural failures. It comes days after the BBC also admitted its broadcast of the slur breached its own editorial standards.

10/04/2026

The Cube

Russian propaganda unit targets Hungary’s elections

A fabricated claim that Hungarian opposition leader Péter Magyar plans to reintroduce mandatory military conscription is spreading online, with researchers linking it to Storm-1516, a well-established Russian disinformation campaign targeting elections across Europe.

10/04/2026

Europe News

France's Macron and Pope Leo XIV hold first meeting at the Vatican

Macron's visit to Rome notably excluded any meeting with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. The Elysée defined the visit as "republican and secular" with no bilateral political meetings with the Italian government planned.

10/04/2026

Europe News

Hormuz falls outside NATO's remit, Spain says after Trump's ultimatum

"NATO will not participate in this war," the Spanish foreign minister said as Donald Trump ramps up pressure on allies to help restore freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.

10/04/2026

12 minutes with

Wars are 'failure of members, not UN' - General Assembly President

The head of the United Nations' main policy-making organ responded to mounting criticism of her organisation in a Euronews interview, arguing the abuse of vetoes by key members is blocking progress.

10/04/2026

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Ukraine : Russian drone attacks hit Sumy and Odesa as Easter truce looms

Russian drone strikes hit Sumy and Odesa, injuring two and damaging homes and energy sites, as Putin proposes a brief Easter ceasefire.

10/04/2026

Culture news

Mr Nobody rallies against Russia: Pavel Talankin on leaving Moscow

In an exclusive interview, Paval Talankin, winner of the 2026 Best Documentary Oscar, tells Euronews about live outside his Russian homeland and the "discarded" generation for whom he made 'Mr Nobody Against Putin'.

10/04/2026

Germany

Israeli restaurant targeted in suspected antisemitic attack in Munich

Antisemitic offences in Germany have risen significantly in recent years, reaching a new peak in 2024. Authorities recorded 6,236 cases, including 173 violent incidents, according to available data.

10/04/2026

Qatar

Overlooked IRGC body holds key to Iran's Hormuz approach, expert says

The fragile US-Iran ceasefire is already faltering, with Tehran still blocking the Strait of Hormuz navigation in protest against Israel’s attacks in Lebanon. A leading Iran expert indicates Tehran's Hormuz strategy could be part of a well-established strategy.

10/04/2026

Economy

US inflation surges to 3.3% as Iran war fuels energy price shock

US consumer prices rose sharply in March, with headline inflation climbing to 3.3% year-on-year as energy costs spiked in the wake of the Iran war, official data showed on Friday.

10/04/2026

Hungary

Elections in Hungary: What do the polls say?

Medián, currently considered among the most accurate pollsters in Hungary, predicts a two-thirds majority in parliament for opposition party Tisza. Most other pollsters estimate a smaller lead for them, while few have the ruling Fidesz party narrowly ahead.

10/04/2026

Europe News

EU considering excessive profit taxes on oil and gas companies

The European Commission is considering taxing windfall profits, similar to the mechanism applied in 2022 during the natural gas crisis. The plea came from five EU countries, which also called for the tax to be expanded to foreign profits dealing with fossil fuels.

10/04/2026

Made in Europe

Meet My Mama: Startup turning home cooks into entrepreneurs

In Paris, Meet My Mama is turning overlooked home cooks into professional chefs and entrepreneurs, blending high-end catering with a powerful social mission. Euronews reporter Valérie Gauriat met both founders and chefs to talk about their outstanding culinary journey.

10/04/2026

Travel News

Lore chasing and snackpacking: 2026’s biggest travel trends revealed

According to this new report, today’s tourists are embracing spontaneity and prioritising trying local crafts and flavours.

10/04/2026

Business

TotalEnergies closes major Saudi refinery after attacks

TotalEnergies has shut a major Saudi refinery after attacks, as Middle East disruptions force it to halt about 15% of its output.

10/04/2026

Climate

Europe hit with second-warmest March on record after February floods

The EU's Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S) says global sea surface temperatures also reflect a “likely transition” toward El Niño conditions.

10/04/2026

Travel News

Airbnb is now offering airport transfers in 125 cities

Airbnb has been expanding beyond only accommodation for the last several months, with offerings now including private airport taxis as well as things like massages, chefs and personal trainers.

10/04/2026

Brussels, My Love?

Fragile ceasefire and energy system: How can Europeans cope?

The ceasefire reached in the Middle East is already at risk. Is there anything European consumers can to be safe from the instability?

10/04/2026

Europe News

Orbán or Magyar: EU braces for veto politics or a cautious reset

As Hungarians head to the polls on Sunday, the EU is preparing for two scenarios: continued obstruction under Orbán or a victory for Magyar that could reset relations, though Brussels remains cautious about both.

10/04/2026

Ukraine

Druzhba oil pipeline will be fixed this spring, Zelenskyy says

Ukraine’s president said the Druzhba pipeline, whose operational status remains tied to EU funding for Kyiv, will be fixed later this spring, with repair work under way.

10/04/2026

Europe News

Italian arms dealer arrested in US for selling ammunition to Russia

A sales manager at a large Italian weapons distributor was arrested in the US for selling arms to Russia. He pleaded guilty in court to having created a network of companies to circumvent restrictions imposed by US law, according to US authorities.

10/04/2026