28 April 2026 | Euronews
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No Comment US military boards commercial ship suspected of attempting to evade Iran blockade US Marines boarded a commercial vessel suspected of heading to Iran before releasing it after inspection, as Washington enforces its blockade and redirects ships in the Strait of Hormuz. -
Europe News Ukraine says it will open arms exports with 'Drone Deals,' but not to all countries President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on Tuesday that Ukraine is set to open its arms exports via so-called drone deals, but not all countries will have access to Kyiv's battlefield tested expertise. -
USA Ex-FBI Director Comey indicted in probe over online post officials say constituted Trump threat Trump fired Comey in May 2017 amid an FBI investigation into potential ties between Russia and Trump’s presidential campaign. -
United Kingdom UK PM Starmer avoids parliamentary probe over Mandelson appointment as US envoy Starmer denies allegations that his office applied pressure on the foreign ministry to approve Mandelson's appointment as Britain's ambassador in Washington despite having failed security vetting. -
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Europe News Hungary's incoming PM Péter Magyar offers to meet Ukraine's president in June Relations between the two neighbours hit rock bottom before Hungary's 12 April election that saw Magyar beat long-time nationalist premier Viktor Orbán. -
Europe News European Parliament demands €200 billion extra for EU budget in hardball talks The European Parliament has adopted its position on the EU long-term budget, calling for a 10% increase and pushing for EU-level taxes. MEPs say they are ready for tough talks as money talks intensify for 2028-2034 cycle. -
No Comment Thousands filled Amsterdam’s streets and canals to celebrate the king’s birthday Orange crowds fill the streets of Amsterdam as part of the Dutch monarch Willem-Alexander's birthday celebrations. -
Europe News German bid to rescue 'Timmy' the whale stranded off Baltic coast passes key hurdle The whale was first spotted stuck on a sandbank on 23 March before freeing itself and then becoming stuck again several times. -
Europe News Ukraine says it shot down 33,000 Russian drones in March, a new monthly record Ukraine has developed cutting-edge and battle-tested drone technology that has proved essential in holding back Russia’s bigger army and has drawn military interest from around the world. -
No Comment Lebanon families face second displacement amid ongoing warnings Families displaced from southern Lebanon set up tents again in Beirut after renewed Israeli warnings. -
Economy Finland becomes first in Europe to run full lithium mine-to-refinery cycle Europe’s first complete lithium mine begins operating in Syväjärvi in western Finland. The strategic resource is critical for manufacturing modern electronics. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | April 28th, 2026 – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 28th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Gaza Gaza’s transport grinds to a halt amid spare parts crisis Severe restrictions on spare parts entering Gaza have paralysed transport, fuelled a black market and sent repair and travel costs soaring for residents, Euronews has learned. -
USA US has 'no closer friends than the British,' Trump tells King Charles III at White House ceremony Trump’s up-and-down relationship with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has taken a particularly sour turn over the past several months as the president has sought to rally international support for the Iran war. -
Qatar Qatar warns Iran it will not be used as 'political punching bag' Qatar warned Iran on Tuesday it will not be used as a “political punching bag,” calling for a "comprehensive deal" that would secure the Gulf. In response to Euronews, Qatar's foreign ministry spokesman said "we applaud our partners in Europe for taking the lead" in the Strait of Hormuz crisis. -
Travel News Why tourists in Spain this summer may find outdoor terraces closed under new heatwave rules As the country battles extreme heatwaves, hospitality unions have pushed for increased protections for workers. -
Health news Your dreams are not random. These 2 things have a major impact, study finds Do you think your dreams are random? Researchers have analysed over 3,700 reports of dreams and now have a better idea of what influences the content of our dreams. -
Europe News China hawks are gaining ground in the Commission. Will EU countries follow? The European Commission's services are sizing up tools to counter Chinese rivals, including the Anti-Coercion Instrument. But despite mounting pressure from Beijing, the issue is still in its early stages — and EU member states remain divided. -
Economy Iran war will trigger largest energy price surge since 2022, World Bank warns The World Bank’s latest Commodity Markets Outlook report predicts a 24% surge in energy prices this year as the Iran war delivers a historic shock to global supply chains. -
Europe News Brussels instructs EU countries to be tough on net-zero shipping goals at key IMO talks The high-level talks come after a disastrous meeting in October, when a proposal to tax shipping emissions was blocked by the United States. Within the EU, Greece, Italy and Malta remain hesitant to support the proposal. -
Europe News Santorini announces new restrictions after scientists flagged volcanic activity New restrictions, including the closure of a hiking trail, could remain in place until 2027 as scientists are concerned over volcanic and seismic hazards. -
Business How the Iran war boosted profits at BP and Barclays Barclays' profits rose, but loan losses weighed on its first-quarter results. At the same time, oil giant BP’s earnings jumped, largely driven by an exceptional oil trading boom linked to the Iran war. -
Culture news Viral backfire: Melania Trump called out as hypocrite after Jimmy Kimmel joke criticism The First Lady posted that “people like Kimmel shouldn’t have the opportunity to enter our homes each evening to spread hate", following a joke the talkshow host made three days before the shooting incident at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. Now, her comments have backfired online... -
Tech News An AI agent deleted a company’s entire database in 9 seconds — then wrote an apology The AI system, powered by Anthropic’s Claude Opus model, had been handling a routine task when it independently chose to “fix” an issue by wiping the data — without any human approval. Whoopsy! -
United Arab Emirates UAE leaves OPEC, citing national interest in 'a new energy age' The UAE’s historic decision is a major blow to the alliance of oil producers, just as the global energy crisis is escalating over Iran’s blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, but the Gulf state insists its decision “enhances the UAE’s ability to respond to evolving market needs." -
Travel News Jet fuel crisis: Who are the latest European airlines to cancel or suspend flights? Carriers in Europe recoil over jet fuel prices, forcing them to sharply cut flight schedules and pass on charges to travellers ahead of the peak season. -
Moments Ever gone tectonic plate snorkelling? Europe’s once-in-a-lifetime experiences worth travelling for Tripadvisor releases an annual ranking of tours and experiences that impressed the site’s users. -
Europe News Louis Arnaud, former French hostage in Iran, describes Evin prison as 'the den of evil' Speaking to Euronews, Louis Arnaud says the memories of Evin Prison continue to haunt him, as he recalls a place where captives are crammed into windowless cells and where the lights never go out. -
Silk Road Adventures Guesthouses along the Silk Road: a tradition of welcoming travellers From Surkhandarya to Bukhara, Samarkand and Tashkent, guesthouses offer travellers a chance to experience Uzbek hospitality and everyday life along the Silk Road. -
Europe News Ukraine-Israel row deepens over Russian shipments of stolen grain In a continuation of the ongoing diplomatic uproar, Zelenskyy publicly criticised Israel on Tuesday for considering a purchase of Ukrainian grain stolen by Russia from temporarily occupied territories in southern Ukraine. -
Europe News Polish-Belarusian journalist Andrzej Poczobut freed from Belarusian jail, officials say Poczobut, a correspondent for the influential Polish newspaper Gazeta Wyborcza, was serving eight years in prison in a case condemned as politically motivated. -
Turkey Dozens of arrests made in Turkey ahead of 1 May celebrations, Istanbul prosecutor says The day, which celebrates workers and the working classes, usually sees a major police deployment in Turkey every year. -
Business Qatar pushes ahead with North Field expansion despite LNG disruptions Qatar is moving ahead with its North Field gas expansion after awarding a key contract, even as regional tensions continue to disrupt LNG output and exports. -
Work Nearly half of London jobs at risk of AI disruption and women will be hardest hit, new report finds According to a new report by the Mayor of London's office, nearly half of the UK capital's workers could see their jobs transformed by generative AI. -
Europe News EU 'ready' to sanction Israel over Russian vessel carrying stolen Ukrainian grain A diplomatic crisis has erupted between Ukraine and Israel following the arrival in Haifa of a Russian vessel reportedly carrying stolen Ukrainian grain. Brussels says it is ready to sanction those involved. -
Europe News European Parliament calls to define rape as sex without consent A resolution adopted by the European Parliament calls for a common definition of rape across the EU, stating that any sexual act without consent should be considered rape. -
Culture news Hot Chocolate star and ‘You Sexy Thing’ co-writer Tony Wilson dies aged 89 The co-founder, bassist and songwriter of the British soul band Hot Chocolate, best known for hits like 'Brother Louie' and 'You Sexy Thing', has died at the age of 89. -
Markets Euronews explains: What are eurobonds, why is it divisive and does it make sense? What are eurobonds, and how could they help the European economy? Why is France pushing for more joint debt, and will it work? Euronews examines the case behind an asset that central banks and economists increasingly say makes economic sense but remains politically toxic for the EU. -
Business Deutsche Telekom eyes full T-Mobile merger in what could be the biggest deal in history Deutsche Telekom already owns 53% of T-Mobile US. Now it wants the rest — in what could become the biggest corporate merger in history. -
Culture news Austrian man accused of plotting Taylor Swift concert attack pleads guilty The man accused of plotting to attack one of Taylor Swift’s concerts in Vienna in 2024 pleads guilty. He could be sentenced to up to 20 years in prison. -
Travel News Paris’ new airport express train has a launch date – here’s what you need to know The CDG Express will connect Charles de Gaulle Airport with Gare de l’Est in just 20 minutes. -
No Comment Miners’ hunger strike in Turkey enters second week A hunger strike by workers protesting months of unpaid wages and alleged rights violations entered its second week on April 27 in Ankara, Turkey. -
Culture news Changing our tune: Classical and jazz music are becoming less complicated, study finds New research suggests traditionally complex Western genres like jazz and classical music have become more simplified in structure over time. -
Mexico Mexican army captures top cartel boss in another blow to Jalisco New Generation The Mexican army has captured CJNG leader Audias Flores Silva aka "The Gardener," a key "El Mencho" lieutenant, dealing another blow to the powerful cartel amid ongoing violence. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | April 28th, 2026 – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 28th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
The Cube What do we know about the viral claims of Iranian protesters facing execution? US President Donald Trump claims he helped save these eight Iranian female protesters from execution, whilst social media users claim the image is AI-generated. What do we know about the women pictured? -
Culture news Headquarters of Cervantes Institute in Utrecht seized due to Spain's debts A Dutch court authorised the seizure of the headquarters of the Cervantes Institute in Utrecht for non-payments resulting from the cut in renewables approved by the Spanish government in 2013. -
Europe News Gunman arrested in manhunt after multiple shootings in central Athens Police said a suspect armed with a shotgun initially opened fire at a social security office in the centre of the Greek capital, wounding an employee. He had a loaded revolver on him at the time of his arrest, according to media reports. -
Tech News Google employees urge CEO to reject 'inhumane' classified military AI use In the letter, Google staff warn the technology could be used by the Pentagon in 'inhumane' ways, including mass surveillance and lethal autonomous weapons. -
Culture news Venice opera house La Fenice fires music director Beatrice Venezi after 'offensive' comments Famous Venice opera house Teatro La Fenice has fired the incoming music director Beatrice Venezi after months of protests and following “repeated and serious public statements that were offensive and harmful” to the theater. -
Iran Iran parades armed women in streets as questions over AI videos grow Videos emerging on social media from Iran appear to show armed Iranian women parading with IRGC in several cities in an upsurge of nationalist and religious fervour, dubbed as a “jihad of women”, but some clips spark AI editing doubts and remain unverified. -
Europe News 'It felt like the world was ending': One year after the Iberian blackout, is Portugal more cautious? Portugal has proposed sweeping reforms following last year’s blackout, ranging from 72-hour power autonomy for key services to an independent alert system and an overhaul of SIRESP. Meanwhile, Euronews spoke to ordinary Portuguese about their country being swept up by darkness. -
Europe Today Which European countries have the most teenage entrepreneurs? Around 69,000 EU entrepreneurs are under 20. The Netherlands and Italy lead the pack — a positive sign for Rome, amid gloomy youth employment rates. -
Culture news Man pleads guilty in the 2002 killing of Run-DMC's Jam Master Jay Jay Bryant has pleaded guilty to a federal murder charge, admitting to a judge he helped people get into a building so the Run-DMC band member Jam Master Jay could be ambushed in his recording studio in 2002. -
Travel News The World Cup is driving a new kind of tourism in Mexico: Working remotely and living football for weeks at a time The 2026 FIFA World Cup is driving the arrival of European digital nomads in Mexico, a phenomenon transforming tourism with longer stays, remote working and a greater impact on the local economy. -
Europe Today Watch: Champions League semi-finals: When football meets global capital From Qatari-backed PSG to fan-owned Bayern and US-financed Atlético and Arsenal, the Champions League semis double as a battle of club ownership models. -
Iran Iran to reopen Strait of Hormuz if US lifts blockade, reports claim Despite an ongoing ceasefire, the US and Iran are locked in a standoff over the Strait of Hormuz, through which a fifth of the world’s oil and gas trade passes in peacetime. -
Europe Today Violence against women 'evolved in Europe', says MEP Al-Sahlani ahead of Parliament's vote on rape MEP Abir Al-Sahlani urges EU countries to pressure the Commission to propose an EU-wide definition of rape. On the war in Iran, the MEP says "global order is being renegotiated in real time". -
Europe News Malta's Prime Minister Robert Abela calls early general election for May The Maltese leader mainly cited rising energy costs due to the Middle East conflict, as concerns and fears of a spike in inflation grow in a country reliant on imports as reasons to seek a new mandate. -
Culture news Taylor Swift files to trademark voice and image over AI concerns Taylor Swift is filing to trademark her voice and likeness, apparently to protest against AI misuse. This move comes after a similar legal strategy launched earlier this year by actor Matthew McConaughey. -
Culture news The purr-fect shot: New book celebrates legendary cat photographer Walter Chandoha Before there were cat memes, there was Walter Chandoha. The legendary feline photographer's earliest images are homaged in a new book, "Family Cats: From the Archive 1949-1968". -
No Comment Trumps greet King Charles III and Queen Camilla at the White House US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump greet Britain's King Charles III and Queen Camilla upon arrival at the South Portico of the White House in Washington, DC. -
EU.XL EU energy mix: Crisis pushes balance on nuclear, renewables and security The EU is pivoting back to nuclear after decades of hesitation, driven by the dual shock of the energy crisis and the realisation that renewables alone can't power a heavy industrial economy. -
Business Exclusive: Fintech giant Revolut to open first physical store in Barcelona Revolut is making its debut in brick-and-mortar retail with the opening of its first physical store in Barcelona. -
Europe Today Europe Today: Macron renews Eurobonds push amid energy crisis, faces Brussels scepticism 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. -
No Comment Rare spring snowstorm hits Moscow A rare spring snowfall blankets Moscow, forcing flight cancellations and toppling trees. The Russian Meteorological Center has declared an orange alert level for the capital, in effect until Tuesday morning. -
Health news AI tool could help predict ADHD in children years before a formal diagnosis Researchers found that the AI system could accurately flag early warning signs of ADHD, potentially allowing children to receive support much sooner. -
Earth News Spain, France, Portugal: Renewables race heats up as governments scramble to keep energy bills down "As long as we depend on oil and gas, we will continue to pay the price of other people's wars,” said French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu. -
Residences Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Cartagena opens steps away from UNESCO-listed Walled City The new property has two rooftop pools offering spectacular views over the historic city on Colombia’s Caribbean coast. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | April 28th, 2026 – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 28th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Mobility Inside Woven City: Japan’s real-life sci-fi town where robots share the streets with humans Developers say the aim of Woven City is to gather real-world data on how people and machines interact, helping improve safety and shape future regulations. -
USA King Charles III welcomed at the White House as four-day state visit begins The state visit to mark the 250th anniversary of US independence comes amid a strain in the UK - US special relationship following Trump's repeated bashing of British Prime Minister Keir Starmer over the US war with Iran. -
Water Taxpayer-funded bottom trawling costs Europe billions. Has Türkiye found the solution? Türkiye’s Gökova Bay shows what happens when bottom trawling is banned. What can other European countries learn?