22 April 2026 | Euronews
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No Comment Beijing artist marks World Earth Day with peace installation Chinese artist Kong Ning marks World Earth Day in Beijing with a peace-themed installation, using wearable art to highlight environmental concerns. -
Europe News Second French peacekeeper dies after ambush blamed on Hezbollah, Macron says Established in 1978, UNIFIL has more than 10,000 peacekeepers from 50 countries who patrol the Blue Line, the UN-drawn border between Lebanon and Israel. -
Europe News Speed and deterrence: Germany's defence minister unveils first ever military strategy Germany is reshaping its armed forces. The Bundeswehr is set to become faster, more capable and more technologically advanced, with the ability to strike targets precisely at longer range. -
Uzbekistan Tashkent and Astana deepen strategic ties during Bukhara talks High-level talks in the Uzbek ancient city of Bukhara aimed to double trade to $10 billion. Presidents of the two countries focused on transport, energy, digitalisation and environmental initiatives, while joint projects and regional cooperation continue to expand. -
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Europe News Czech students protest government plans to cut public media funding The new coalition government led by populist Prime Minister Andrej Babiš drafted the plan to scrap the fees that individuals, households and businesses pay to access the outlets. -
No Comment Aerial footage shows widespread destruction in southern Lebanon A 10-day ceasefire went into effect in Lebanon on Friday, but there have been several Israeli strikes and Hezbollah claimed its first attack on Tuesday. -
Europe News Gáspár Orbán, son of Hungary's outgoing prime minister, discharged from military Orbán was sworn into the Hungarian Defence Forces in 2019 and in 2020 was sent on a nine-month training course at the elite Royal Military Academy Sandhurst in the UK. -
Europe News Exclusive: Hungary’s new government to review Orbán's EU defence plan over corruption concerns Péter Magyar's team is reassessing Hungary's €16 billion SAFE defence plan submitted by the defeated Orbán government, citing corruption risks. The European Commission is open to engaging with the new administration. -
Europe News Spain's far-right Vox returns to power in regional coalition government with Popular Party During a debate in Spain's national parliament on Wednesday, Socialist Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez called the PP-Vox agreement in Extremadura "a kick to the constitution." -
Europe News A new flotilla is heading to Gaza, amid fears of Israeli interceptions Around a thousand people will try to reach Gaza as part of a humanitarian mission led by civil society, which Israel has called in the past a “threat” and a “provocation”. -
Singapore UN rights chief alarmed by number of drugs-related executions in Singapore Officials in Singapore maintain that the death penalty has made it one of the world's safest cities and a government survey in 2023 showed strong public support for capital punishment for serious crimes. -
Culture Series Darfur dispatch: A photo essay from the frontline of a forgotten war Twenty years of war in Darfur through the lens of Swedish photographer Peter Biro. As conflicts drag on, attention fades and images lose their urgency. But the reality he captured does not disappear — and neither, he says, should our awareness of it. -
Europe News Austrian court acquits ex-official Johannes Peterlik over Novichok document leak Prosecutors had accused Peterlik of requesting "without official necessity" a classified report in 2018 that included the formula for Novichok, a military-grade nerve agent developed in the Soviet Union. -
Qatar Syria's president arrives in Qatar for talks after Saudi Arabia visit Syria’s president Ahmed al-Sharaa visited Doha on Wednesday for talks with Qatar’s emir on economic cooperation, investment and post-al-Assad regional reintegration. -
Europe News 'Energy crisis will hit prices for months or even years,' says Commissioner Jørgensen The European Commission announced on Wednesday a new 'fuel observatory' to monitor jet fuel stocks and prevent EU countries from hoarding fuel at others' expense. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | April 22nd, 2026 – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 22nd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Earth News Central Asian leaders back proposal for UN water agency Leaders from across Central Asia, alongside representatives from countries including Georgia, Armenia, Mongolia and Azerbaijan, are taking part in discussions on regional environmental priorities. -
No Comment Madrid hosts Experience Macao Roadshow showcasing culture, food and tourism The Experience Macao Roadshow in Madrid offered visitors interactive activities, cultural performances and gastronomy highlighting the Asian territory’s tourism appeal. -
Europe News Greek parliament lifts immunity of all 13 MPs probed in EU farm subsidy scandal The EU's European Public Prosecutor's Office has announced probes into 20 New Democracy members, including active and former lawmakers. -
12 minutes with 'Learn from Ukraine or defence money will be wasted,' Sanna Marin warns EU The former Finnish prime minister told Euronews that she "cannot rule out" that Russia is preparing for war with the rest of Europe, and that the bloc is "as dependent on Ukrainian help as Ukraine is on EU support". -
Culture news Top Russian publisher rejects accusations of 'LGBT extremism' following police probe The Kremlin has for years been hardening repressive laws against the LGBTQ community as part of what President Vladimir Putin touts as a drive to promote 'traditional values', including cracking down on films, books, art and culture. -
Kazakhstan Kazakhstan confirms suspension of its oil transit to Germany via Russia Kazakhstan’s energy minister announced Wednesday there would be no transit of its oil to Germany through Russia throughout May due to Russian technical constraints, assuming it is “related to recent strikes on Russian infrastructure". -
The Cube Deepfakes of frontline Ukrainian soldiers aim to undermine morale Moscow is using AI-generated videos of Ukrainian soldiers to portray the country as weak and undermine trust in its central command. -
Culture news 'Final rave': French ravers in Marseille fear harsh crackdown on free parties In Marseille, France, revellers gathered to celebrate before the final adoption of the law tightening the penalties for ‘unauthorised parties’. -
Travel News From Bulgari to The Ritz-Carlton: The dreamy hotel scents you can now buy Bring back more of your stay than just memories through these luxurious fragrances. -
Economy Germany halves GDP forecast from 1% to 0.5% due to Iran war fallout The German government has officially halved its economic growth forecast for 2026, citing the severe impact of energy shocks stemming from the Iran war. This revision reflects a significant cooling for Europe's largest economy. -
Travel News Lufthansa Group cancels 20,000 flights as jet fuel prices soar The group, which includes Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, ITA Airways and SWISS, said it has focused cuts on "unprofitable short-haul flights" through to October. -
Europe News Keir Starmer defies resignation calls over Mandelson envoy row Mandelson was named to the top diplomatic post in December 2024, just weeks before US President Donald Trump was inaugurated the following month. -
Europe News EU calls for energy vouchers, social tariffs and VAT reductions to curb soaring prices The European Commission's short-term protections are paired with expectations of behavioural change, including reduced energy consumption or participation in demand flexibility schemes. -
Cinema Euronews Culture's Film of the Week: 'Michael' - It's bad. It's really, really bad The King of Pop is back... And whatever you think of him, you’ll wish he wasn’t. -
Travel News Lions, mascots and robots: Macao displays its charms to captivate audiences in Madrid The Experience Macao Roadshow has brought culture, gastronomy and entertainment to the Madrid public, with an open-air nighttime closing. The initiative is part of the region's strategy to attract European tourists and diversify its market. -
East-West Connect How this country is building a regional food processing hub Kazakhstan, one of the EU’s top suppliers of sunflower meal and durum wheat, wants value-added products to dominate its agricultural exports by 2028. -
Health news World’s largest condom maker warns prices could rise as the Iran war impacts supply chains Karex, the world’s largest condom producer, says shipping disruptions and increased manufacturing costs caused by the Iran war are upping prices. -
Europe News Moldovan oligarch Vladimir Plahotniuc sentenced to 19 years in prison over $1bn fraud A former businessman, lawmaker and kingpin in the Democratic Party of Moldova, Plahotniuc fled Moldova in 2019, as he faced a series of corruption charges. -
Travel News Why this Spanish city is the among the top trending destinations in Europe this summer More travellers are heading to this Costa Blanca city this summer for its warm weather, delicious food and rich culture. -
Iran Iran executes former atomic agency employee amid Mossad spy claims Iran executes former atomic energy employee Mehdi Farid for alleged Mossad links as rights groups decry opaque trial, coerced confessions and media blackout. -
Health news UK passes 'landmark' anti-tobacco bill to create a ‘smoke-free’ generation Shops will soon be restricted from selling tobacco products to anyone born on or after 2008. -
Europe News EU launches procedure to unblock €90bn Ukraine loan and new Russia sanctions Hungary's contentious veto on the €90 billion loan for Ukraine is fast approaching its end after the restoration of the Druzhba oil pipeline. -
Economy Fed chair nominee Warsh rejects 'Trump sock puppet' label at Senate hearing Kevin Warsh, the nominee for Chair of the US Federal Reserve, declared he has not pledged to lower interest rates to secure his position despite public calls from US President Donald Trump for immediate monetary easing. -
Iran Iran's Revolutionary Guards tighten grip on power as civilian leadership sidelined Iran’s Revolutionary Guard has evolved from a theocratic wartime force into a dominant military-economic power. Over decades, it expanded regionally, reshaped Iran’s internal balance of power, now standing at the centre of a shifting political structure amid leadership changes and consolidation. -
Cinema Cannes Film Festival unveils 2026 poster inspired by ‘Thelma & Louise’ The official poster for the 2026 edition of the Cannes Film Festival pays tribute to 'Thelma & Louise' – Ridley Scott’s feminist roadtrip adventure which premiered at Cannes 35 years ago. -
Residences Sweden’s famed Treehotel is getting a new suite – here’s what to expect Oasis, which will open at the property in Harads in August, comes complete with a private sauna and hot tub. -
Tech News 'Ramblings of a supervillain': Palantir 'manifesto' claims AI weapons and cultural inferiority AI weapons, national service, and 'inferior cultures': Palantir's controversial manifesto explained. -
Earth News Post-Brexit crackdown makes travel more expensive for Brits with EU pet passports A loophole open since Brexit has now been closed, meaning pet owners will have to get new documents for every trip. -
Culture news A cultural bridge between Europe and Asia: The Royal Danish Theatre makes its debut in Astana Astana has hosted, for the first time, the Royal Danish Theatre, one of the world’s oldest and most respected performing arts institutions. The Kazakhstan capital is increasingly positioning itself as a place where European and Asian artistic traditions meet and interact. -
Europe Today 'I told Orbán his LGBT law was homophobic,' says Luxembourg's foreign minister In an interview with Euronews' Europe Today show, Xavier Bettel said he once confronted outgoing Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán about the law he had passed targeting LGBT people. Bettel said he told Orbán: "Being gay is not a choice, but being homophobic is a choice." -
Travel News Frankfurt Airport’s new Terminal 3 is opening. Here’s what to expect Airlines in Terminal 2 will move operations to the new building over the next three months. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | April 22nd, 2026 – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 22nd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Equatorial Guinea Pope Leo XIV condemns ‘lust for power’ and inequality in Equatorial Guinea The Holy Father of the Catholic Church made a stop in the final leg of his four-country tour of Africa. Equatorial Guinea is a secular country, with around three-fourths of its population Catholic. -
Tech News Hackers breach Anthropic's 'too dangerous to release' Mythos AI model, report Hackers have gained access to Anthropic's Mythos, an AI the company considers too cybersecurity-sensitive to release publicly. -
Conscious Travel All the sustainable travel habits tourists are adopting in 2026 From travelling in off-season to avoiding overtouristed destinations completely, these are the changes travellers are making now to ensure their trip is more sustainable. -
Culture news ‘With This Tear’: New Prince single released on 10th anniversary of death The gorgeous piano ballad has been released on the 10th anniversary of the singer's death. It may feature on a new, "never-before-released" Prince album which will come out later this year. -
Europe News Europe is subsidising its way into a deeper energy crisis Energy crisis: Governments should replace blanket tax cuts and price caps with direct income transfers for vulnerable households, liquidity support and non-earmarked tax credits for exposed sectors, writes Judith Arnal, State Economist in Spain, in an opinion piece for Euronews. -
Economy UK inflation hits 3.3% as Iran war drives energy costs higher British consumer prices rose at a faster pace in March, reaching 3.3% as the ongoing Iran war sent fuel prices soaring. The data has forced markets to reassess expectations for the Bank of England, with a previously anticipated interest rate cut next week now looking very unlikely. -
Europe in Motion How do therapy costs compare around Europe? European workers under stress often consider seeing a therapist, but can most people actually afford it? Who is most likely to get burnt out? -
Uzbekistan Synthetic drugs and digital crime: Why Central Asia is emerging as a new frontline The rise of synthetic drugs and digital trafficking methods is forcing a shift in global anti-narcotics strategies. Uzbekistan is advancing new initiatives to improve cross-border cooperation, financial oversight and public awareness. -
Economy Spain launches €7bn public housing plan to tackle soaring rents and housing crisis Spain's government on Tuesday approved a sweeping plan to alleviate the country's housing problem, one of Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's main political vulnerabilities ahead of next year's elections. -
No Comment Israelis mark Memorial Day during ongoing conflict Israelis marked Memorial Day with ceremonies and informal tributes, reflecting on loss while continuing daily life amid ongoing conflict and uncertainty. -
Water Central Asian leaders gather at first ever regional climate summit to discuss water crisis The Regional Ecological Summit kicks off today in Astana. -
Europe Today Europe can't 'rule out' a war with Russia says Sanna Marin Former Finnish Prime Minister Sanna Marin believes Europe is "vulnerable" without Ukraine and demands the EU to build its "own" military capabilities and increase European nuclear deterrence. -
wellbeing City vs countryside: Where children grow up shapes their mental health, major study finds Researchers found that children raised in rural areas are more prone to depression, withdrawal, and emotional problems, while city kids are more likely to develop behavioural issues like ADHD. -
Europe Today Newsletter: EU set to unlock €90 billion for Ukraine after Hungary power shift Also on today's newsletter: Luxembourgish Foreign Minister Xavier Bettel and former Finnish Prime Minister Sanna Marin joined us. -
Design Reusing places and spaces: EUmies Awards honour sustainable architecture and design Winners of the 2026 EUmies Awards have been announced, with projects that focus on reusing and transforming existing spaces. -
Europe News How Portugal shaped Canada's new submarines and fine-tuned Arctic defence Portugal is the first country in recent history to operate a conventional submarine under the Arctic ice. The Navy's adaptations for this mission are being studied by Canada, which will incorporate them into its new fleet. Arpão has expanded "tactical options" for underwater combat in the far north. -
EU.XL EU countries push under-15 social media ban, Brussels presents age verification app A wave of national bans is pushing the EU toward a continent-wide age limit. The European Commission says the enforcement technology is already in place. Watch the video. -
Europe News EU trade chief heads to Washington hoping to unlock steel talks EU Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič is travelling to Washington for the first time since the July 2025 EU-US trade deal, seeking to break the deadlock on removing 50% US tariffs on European steel and aluminium. -
Europe Today Europe Today: Bettel, Marin speak exclusively to Euronews as Hungary’s Ukraine loan veto nears end 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. -
Lifestyle Hangbags at dawn: Rare double-signed Hermès Birkin to headline major luxury auction A Hermès Birkin bag signed twice by Jane Birkin is expected to fetch up to €275,000 at Heritage Auctions, as collector demand for celebrity-linked fashion pieces grows. -
Nature ‘Beautiful but precarious’: Photographer captures Earth’s fragile systems hanging by a thread Nature photographer Jon McCormack warns the Earth's vital systems are 'changing faster than we realise’. -
Health news The window to protect global health from climate change is rapidly closing, report warns Heat deaths, infectious diseases and food insecurity are rising across Europe as political action and public awareness lag behind, according to the 2026 Lancet Countdown report. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | April 22nd, 2026 – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 22nd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Travel News Cruise tourism boom boosts employment: One job for every 20 passengers The cruise tourism sector is establishing itself as a global engine capable of generating millions of jobs and billions in economic activity. -
Tech News Here's what we know about John Ternus, Apple's new CEO Low-profile but deeply embedded at Apple, incoming CEO John Ternus has spent nearly his entire career at the company. Here’s what we know about him. -
Business Iran war and Strait of Hormuz disruption drive Wall Street shift to 24/7 tokenised markets Driven by the need to manage risk outside of traditional exchange hours and the desire for greater capital efficiency, major banks and hedge funds are moving towards "always-on" digital infrastructure. -
Iran Iran seizes two cargo ships in Strait of Hormuz after three vessels fired on The tanker seizures come after US President Donald Trump said the ceasefire with Iran was being indefinitely extended at the request of mediator Pakistan. -
Climate Five European countries will save 58% on energy bills this year thanks to clean power Consumers in five EU countries will save up to €8.5 billion on their energy bills this year, compared to those with the dirtiest energy mix.