2026-04-16

Europe News

Moscow releases data about European firms making drones for Ukraine

Since the beginning of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, European countries have provided Kyiv with extensive financial and military aid, supplying the armed forces with weapons systems and ammunition.

16/04/2026

Europe News

Spain immigration officers cancel strike ahead of migrant amnesty

Spain has granted amnesty to immigrants who are in the country illegally before, doing so six times between 1986 and 2005.

16/04/2026

Europe News

German rescuers plan to use air cushions to save Timmy the whale

The rescue attempt, proposed by two entrepreneurs, involves lifting the whale using inflatable cushions and transporting it with pontoons.

16/04/2026

France

Macron promotes books and theatre as alternatives to screens

French President Emmanuel Macron met with pupils in Villers-Cotterêts to promote a new “Offline Day” initiative aimed at reducing screen time among young people. The visit took place at the Cité internationale de la langue française, where students participated in reading and theatre workshops.

16/04/2026

Europe News

Pope Leo XIV slams 'tyrants' ransacking world on Cameroon visit

On arrival in the country on Wednesday, the pope appealed to Cameroon's leaders to examine their "conscience" and tackle corruption and rights abuses.

16/04/2026

Europe News

Paris court jails ex-Élysée silverware keeper for porcelain theft ring

A former presidential tableware steward was found guilty of stealing the pieces, his partner of helping sell them online, and a Louvre employee of buying some of the items.

16/04/2026

Europe News

Germany could send minehunting boats to secure Strait of Hormuz

According to a report in the Süddeutsche Zeitung newspaper, the navy could also use its logistics base in Djibouti for maritime reconnaissance missions.

16/04/2026

Lebanon

Israel and Lebanon agree to 10-day ceasefire, Trump says

Trump had announced earlier on Thursday that the leaders of Israel and Lebanon would speak about halting the fighting, in what would have been the first direct conversation in more than 30 years.

16/04/2026

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Latest news bulletin | April 16th, 2026 – Evening

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 16th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

16/04/2026

Argentina

Watch: Giant guitar-shaped forest revealed from the air in Argentina

Aerial footage captures the scale of “Estancia La Guitarra,” a vast tree formation in southern Córdoba province, Argentina. Created by Pedro Martin Ureta in memory of his wife, the project began in 1979 using more than 7,000 cypress and eucalyptus trees.

16/04/2026

Qatar

Pakistan PM Sharif visits Doha as US–Iran mediation gathers pace

With the fragile ceasefire holding and signs of de-escalation emerging, Pakistan’s mediation efforts to revive US–Iran talks are gathering pace, reflecting a broader push to contain tensions across the Middle East.

16/04/2026

Travel News

Saudi Arabia gears up for new motorsport hotel and horse racing venue

Saudi Arabia’s gigacity project has plans to shift to high-gear, creating a hub for international motorsports, equestrian racing and positioning itself as a year-round destination for residences, leisure and tourism.

16/04/2026

Culture news

Record Store Day 2026: What releases should you be looking for?

Here are our picks for the best Record Store Day 2026 releases.

16/04/2026

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UN maritime chief: No country can legally restrict Hormuz navigation

The Secretary-General of the UN’s International Maritime Organization (IMO) told Euronews that shipping shouldn’t become "collateral" in conflicts.

16/04/2026

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The Next African Frontier: Why Global Investors are Heading to Angola

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16/04/2026

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Iran to blame for closing Strait of Hormuz, says Gulf leader

The Gulf Chief Jasem Mohamed AlBudaiwi told Euronews that Iran is responsible for weaponising the Strait to score a geopolitical win and should deal with the effects.

16/04/2026

Europe News

EU rushes to Budapest talks with Magyar team to unlock frozen funds

European Commission officials are due to meet the team of Hungary’s prime minister-designate, Péter Magyar, in Budapest on Friday, just five days after his election victory, to begin the process of unfreezing €17 billion in EU funds, with Ukraine-related disputes also on the agenda.

16/04/2026

Destinations

The glam French Riviera hotels for The White Lotus season four

Shooting locations are confirmed as Cannes, Saint-Tropez and Monaco.

16/04/2026

The Cube

Bulgaria prepares for disinformation ahead of snap elections

Disinformation researchers warn that Bulgaria has "one of the most permissive information environments" for non-democratic malign manipulation within Europe.

16/04/2026

Space

Why does NASA want to put nuclear reactors on the Moon?

Nuclear power on the Moon would address several constraints posed by solar power, such as long lunar nights with no sunlight and limited mission ranges.

16/04/2026

Europe News

Cash makes comeback in Poland: Should we stockpile money at home?

While the trend towards the complete digitalisation of payments prevailed not long ago, today central banks and governments say that physical money may prove indispensable in crisis situations.

16/04/2026

Azerbaijan

Russia to pay compensation to Azerbaijan over 2024 airliner tragedy

Russia and Azerbaijan have revealed that an "appropriate settlement of consequences," including compensation payment, has been reached over the Azerbaijan Airlines airliner crash in December 2024.

16/04/2026

Tech News

Macron urges students to go offline one day a month and read instead

France's President Macron has made disconnecting from devices a key issue for children.

16/04/2026

Tech News

Using AI for tasks may erode intellect in just 10 minutes, study shows

Participants who used AI to solve basic math and reading comprehension questions did worse than their peers who did not rely on the technology, a new study found.

16/04/2026

Business

Germany's Lufthansa to shut CityLine unit amid fuel costs and strikes

Closing the regional subsidiary is part of a strategic plan that Lufthansa has accelerated, citing higher jet fuel prices and escalating labour strikes.

16/04/2026

wellbeing

Brits turn to saunas amid stress, but do they work?

As Finnish tradition is expanding rapidly, the UK is projected to lead Europe in sauna market revenue by 2033, data suggests.

16/04/2026

Europe News

Orbán's defeat and US shift raise hopes for EU sanctions on Russia

After Viktor Orbán's defeat at the polls and Washington's decision to phase out waivers for Russian oil, hopes are rising in Brussels that a package of sanctions against Moscow will finally be unlocked.

16/04/2026

Road To

Can WUF13 end the global housing emergency?

In partnership with World Urban Forum

Housing for all remains a central global challenge, with discussions focusing on inclusive policies, affordability and sustainable urban development.

16/04/2026

Iran

US to blockade Iran ports 'as long as it takes,' Hegseth says

The US naval blockade of Iran’s ports came into effect on Monday, with President Donald Trump warning that any attack ships would be “eliminated” if they attempted to break it.

16/04/2026

Europe News

Europe has 'maybe six weeks of jet fuel left,' IEA chief warns

Last week, the Airports Council International Europe wrote to the European Commission, saying jet fuel shortages could begin at the start of May if tankers do not start passing through the Strait of Hormuz.

16/04/2026