30 April 2026 | Euronews
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Culture news Venice Biennale's international jury resigns as Italy's government opposes Russia's participation The Italian government has opposed the Biennale's decision to allow Russia to participate in the international exhibition. -
Europe News UK raises terror threat level to severe after two Jewish men stabbed in north London Severe is the second-highest rung on a five-point scale and means intelligence agencies consider an attack highly likely in the next six months. -
Europe News Trump launches fresh tirade against Merz after troop withdrawal threat Trump's barrage of criticism comes in response to Merz's comments on Monday that the US was being "humiliated" by the Iranian leadership. -
The Europe Conversation 'We are ready to discuss digital rules with the US but cannot wipe out rules,' EU trade chief says After months of pressure from the US, EU Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič told Euronews that Brussels has agreed to open a “digital dialogue” with Washington. Still, US tariffs on EU steel and aluminium remain. -
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USA Man accused of trying to kill Trump at correspondents' gala agrees to remain jailed Cole Tomas Allen was also charged on Monday with two additional firearms counts, including discharging a weapon during a crime of violence. -
Europe News EU shouldn't 'humiliate' itself by seeking direct talks with Russia, warns Kallas High Representative Kaja Kallas has once again rebuffed the idea of direct talks between the European Union and Russia, warning that Moscow is "gearing up its military for a long-term confrontation with the West". -
Europe News French teen charged in Singapore over vending machine straw-licking viral video Singapore, a small, densely populated city-state in southeast Asia, tightly regulates public behaviour and cleanliness. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | April 30th, 2026 – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 30th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
The Cube Fact check: Did Ukraine's US ambassador steal champagne during White House dinner shooting? Social media users have misleadingly claimed that viral footage shows Ukraine's ambassador to the US stealing bottles of champagne from vacant tables, amid the chaos following the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. -
Travel News Breathtaking landscapes guaranteed: These are all the new UNESCO geoparks you can visit in Europe From a volcanic island in the Aegean Sea to Ireland’s only fjord, these geoparks tell the history of the world long before humans entered the picture. -
Europe News UK PM Starmer jeered by crowd on arrival at scene of stabbing of two Jewish men British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is heckled with jeers of "Jew harmer" and "shame on you" as he arrives in north London where two Jewish men were stabbed the day before. The attack, which the police have labelled a "terrorist incident", comes after a series of attacks on Jewish sites in the area. -
12 minutes with Spain's 'humane migration policy' is 'model for Europe', minister says Spain's Migration Minister defended the country’s migration approach in an interview with Euronews amid criticism from EU leaders on plans to regularise an estimated 500,000 undocumented migrants. -
Art Blinded by the flag: Banksy confirms new statue in London is his work UPDATE: Banksy has confirmed that the large statue of a suited man blinded by his own flag and walking off a plinth is his work. It appeared in central London overnight. -
Europe News Exclusive: EU vows to fight ‘tooth and nail’ for European industry as China threatens retaliation In an interview with Euronews, EU Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič said the European Union would stand its ground after China threatened retaliatory measures over plans to strengthen the bloc’s industrial policy. -
Europe News Belgium reopens the nuclear door in high-stakes deal with Engie The business venture aims to reach an agreement on the takeover of the nuclear fleet by 1 October, but it's unclear how much Belgium will pay for this nuclear renaissance. -
Europe News Croatia signs US-backed deal to expand Balkan gas infrastructure amid EU climate concerns US-backed pipeline and LNG expansion promise energy security but raise concerns over long-term fossil fuel dependence, environmental risks and tensions with EU climate and market rules. -
No Comment Thousands join Run for Autism race in Astana to support inclusion Around 5,000 people took part in the Run for Autism charity race in Astana, supporting inclusion initiatives for children with autism and developmental disabilities. -
Iran US seeks 'maritime freedom' coalition to restart Strait of Hormuz shipping Iran effectively closed the crucial waterway when the war broke out on 28 February. Normally one-fifth of the world's oil and liquefied natural gas transits the waterway. Its closure has sent energy prices skyrocketing around the world. -
Travel News Turkey becomes the latest country to update power bank rules on flights Airlines and destinations across the world are imposing limits on how many you can carry, and whether or not you can use them in-flight. -
Sport Football fever returns to Qatar after FIFA confirms U-17 World Cup dates Qatar is set to host another World Cup, as FIFA had scheduled the world U-17 tournament for 19 November to 13 December. The 48-team format is also making a comeback, with 30 nations already qualified. -
Health news Mental health crisis costs European economies €76bn annually, OECD warns Poor mental health is one of the most significant public health and economic challenges in Europe, according to a new report by the OECD. -
Iran Iranian football chiefs turned away at Canada border over IRGC link Iran's World Cup participation controversy has escalated with a diplomatic incident at Canada's borders involving Iranian football officials. Iran's group stage matches are scheduled in the US, and Tehran authorities have asked FIFA to move them to alternative venues. FIFA has refused. -
Business Series Strategic training centre aligns with international safety standards to reduce external reliance Azerbaijan is centralising its pilot and air traffic control training through a sophisticated new hub at the National Aviation Academy to foster local expertise and meet global safety benchmarks. -
Focus Ecological summit achieves historic environmental pact and secures €2 billion for green transition The Regional Ecological Summit in Kazakhstan’s Astana brought Central Asian states together to align positions on environmental issues ahead of international negotiations. -
Cinema You Are Not Alone: ‘Michael’ sequel could begin shooting later this year The studio executive behind the Michael Jackson biopic ‘Michael’ has confirmed that a sequel is in the works, and could shoot as early as this year. -
Travel News This airline just launched Europe’s smallest free cabin allowance (and it's not a budget carrier) Lufthansa’s latest no-frills offering takes air travel back to the very bare basics, but how does its cabin allowance stack up against those offered by other European carriers? -
Economy ECB holds rates at 2% as inflation rises and eurozone growth slows The European Central Bank has held interest rates at 2% for a third straight meeting, even as inflation rises and growth slows across the eurozone. -
Europe News Belgium seeks to take control of nuclear reactors in move to secure energy supplies Brussels believes the solution to soaring energy prices as a result of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine and the war in the Middle East is to permanently transition away from fossil fuels. -
Iran Trump tightens US naval blockade as Iranian rial collapses to record low The latest drop follows a currency shock several months ago, when the rial fell from around 1.4 million to 1.6 million per US dollar in under a week, as the war moves turns into an economic clash to exhaust the Iranian regime' options. -
Business Bank of England holds rates as Iran war sends oil prices to new highs The Bank joins the Fed and Bank of Japan in sitting tight, as war in the Middle East drives oil prices higher and blows the spring rate-cut playbook apart. -
Europe News Royal recruits boost volunteers as the Netherlands builds up its military reservists The royal seal of approval, together with recruitment campaigns running across the media, has proven so successful that the military is now working overtime to arm, train and accommodate the influx of newcomers. -
Earth News ‘Time to move forward, or be left behind’: Colombia climate talks end with fossil fuel phaseout push Europe dominated the Santa Marta fossil fuel summit. Here are the key takeaways. -
Europe News Kyiv shuns Moscow's 'Victory Day truce' asking for long-term ceasefire After the Easter truce, Moscow is now proposing a Victory Day parade ceasefire as the Kremlin is concerned over Ukraine’s long-range striking capabilities. Moscow has already scaled down the parade, where for the first time in years, Russian armoured columns will not be rolling on the Red Square. -
Tech News What to know about the EU’s new age verification app to protect children online The European Commission says the app will be free, anonymous and available on any device and has told EU countries they must roll it out by the end of 2026. -
Europe News Israel intercepts Gaza-bound flotilla, arresting 175 activists Israel has intercepted a Gaza-bound aid flotilla in international waters near Greece, arresting 175 activists, with officials saying blockade enforcement is vital to stop weapons reaching the territory. -
Europe News Israel halts Russian grain ship amid stolen Ukrainian wheat row After days of diplomatic row between Ukraine and Israel, Israeli grain importer Zenziper said it is postponing the unloading of the grain on board the ship said to be carrying stolen Ukrainian grain on behalf of Russia. -
Economy Eurozone inflation hits 3% as oil prices spike and economic growth slows Soaring oil prices linked to the Iran war pushed inflation higher in the euro area in April, while growth continued to underperform — a worrying combination for both consumers and policymakers at the European Central Bank. -
Europe News Global press freedom at lowest level in 25 years, Reporters Without Borders report shows In its latest report, RSF has warned that press freedom is at a 25-year low, with over half the world in “difficult” or “very serious” status and few “good” countries. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | April 30th, 2026 – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 30th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Europe News The "giant" heads home: After war missions and Maduro capture, a record return The world’s largest aircraft carrier is set to return to the US after completing missions that included operations in the Iran war and the US mission in Venezuela that saw the capture of Nicolas Maduro. -
The Ring PSG vs Bayern - a semifinal for the ages and football at its very best In this special football edition of The Ring, we deconstruct a Champions League game that will go down in history as one of the best ever. Nine goals - can top quality football really be any better? Our experts also weigh in on what else is moving Europe's most popular sport. -
The Cube Switzerland or Italy? Who covers medical costs after the Crans-Montana fire? After the deadly New Year’s Eve fire in the Swiss resort of Crans-Montana, tensions are rising after Switzerland sent invoices to the victims' families. What’s behind the bills? -
Europe Today EU failed to 'listen' in Sahel, envoy admits as influence wanes EU envoy admits Brussels misread Sahel dynamics, warning that military-first strategies and one-way diplomacy have eroded influence as Russia and China deepen their foothold in the region. -
Europe Today 'We cannot give Russia legitimacy through sports events', says MEP Ville Niinistö Ville Niinistö, MEP for the Greens, believes that Russia is now "weaker than a year ago" and says the country is using its foreign connections to "legitimise their war crimes in Ukraine". -
No Comment Germany’s canal village keeps 129-year mail-by-boat tradition alive In Germany’s Spreewald, postal worker Andrea Bunar resumes delivering mail by barge, continuing a 129-year tradition in Lehde village. -
Tech News 'Virtual rape': AI and deepfakes are silencing women in public life, UN report More than 41% of women said they had self-censored on social media to avoid abuse, while 19% had pulled back from speaking out in a professional context. -
Business Volkswagen profit drops as carmaker signals further cost cuts Volkswagen warned its future is at risk as profits fell sharply and it signalled deeper cost cuts. The carmaker is battling weak demand in China, rising competition, tariffs and pressure to simplify its complex structure. -
Economy French growth stalls as Iran war energy shock hits economy France's first-quarter data shows slowed growth, rising prices and collapsing exports, laying bare how quickly the Iran war's energy shock is feeding through to Europe's second-largest economy. -
Culture news Music beyond English: seven top languages to discover new sounds Only listening to music in English shuts doors to other rhythms, textures, sounds and especially words. It’s like only watching American films: you're gonna miss great works. Yes, Spanish‑language music is very trendy now but there’s more, so much more to discover. -
No Comment Nairobi welcomes marathon star Sabastian Sawe after record-breaking London victory Sabastian Sawe returns to Nairobi after breaking the marathon world record in London, becoming the first runner under two hours in a sanctioned race. -
Health news These 11 cancers are rising in younger adults in England, but lifestyle does not fully explain why Well-known risk factors such as smoking, alcohol use, diet, and physical activity have not been increasing among younger adults in recent decades, except for obesity. But researchers say that alone cannot fully explain the rise of cancer among young adults. -
Markets Oil temporarily hits $126 wartime high as US–Iran standoff fuels supply fears Oil markets face upward pressure on Thursday, with Brent crude briefly touching $126 as markets price in tensions in the negotiations between the US and Iran. -
Europe in Motion From statements to actions: Here's which European countries are spending the most on defence Military spending by European NATO members last year rose faster than at any time since 1953. -
No Comment Trash piles up in Bali as landfill ban triggers waste crisis Bali’s landfill ban leads to waste piling up in streets, burning trash, and health concerns as Indonesia moves to enforce long-delayed rules. -
Cinema ‘Love Actually’ door goes up for auction as owner needs a break from tourists The London door has become a massive tourist attraction, with thousands of fans of the British rom-com flocking to the property used for filming to see it. -
Europe News Italian woman faces jail in Egypt for adultery as custody battle intensifies Sentenced to six months in prison for adultery in Egypt, Nessy Guerra is caught up in a complex case of alleged abuse, a daughter stranded in the country and the limits of Italian intervention. -
Europe News Detained Gaza flotilla activists to be taken to Greece, Israel's foreign minister says The Global Sumud Flotilla activists said on Thursday that Israeli soldiers boarded the ships, damaged engines and communications devices in an effort to force them to reverse course. -
Earth News Snow cover in the Greek mountains has declined by 58% in the last 40 years, study reveals Declining snow cover and a shrinking winter season could plunge water supplies, agriculture and ecosystems into crisis. -
Business Google parent Alphabet profit jumps 81% in Big Tech earnings roundup Alphabet, Amazon, Meta and Microsoft all beat earnings expectations, as they reported on Wednesday, but Alphabet stood out, with its shares jumping 7% in extended trading on strong cloud growth. -
No Comment Smoke rises over Russia’s Tuapse after Ukrainian drone strikes hit oil refinery Plumes of black smoke rise over the southern Russian town of Tuapse after multiple Ukrainian drone strikes on a major oil refinery in the coastal area. -
Food and Drink Are you a chip stealer? They really do taste better from someone else’s plate, study finds Whether you're the person taking another person's chips or the victim of such an act, a new study offers an explanation: stolen food tends to taste more ap-peeling. -
Europe Today Europe Today: Péter Magyar first visit to Brussels and China-EU tensions rising 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. -
EU.XL Czechia: A small country with big nuclear energy ambitions Czechia stands out in Europe for its bold pursuit of nuclear energy sovereignty and its ambition to lead in atomic power as it cuts reliance on fossil fuels. -
Earth News What could the UAE’s exit from OPEC mean for oil markets and the climate? The world's third-largest oil producer has the capacity to increase its output by almost 50 per cent, according to industry estimates. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | April 30th, 2026 – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 30th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Economy Europe’s tax divide: Why Germany and France tax labour far more than the UK Across Europe, the share of labour costs taken in tax and social contributions varies sharply. The UK is among the lowest, but the headline figure masks wider differences in how work is taxed across the continent. -
Moments Wraparound screens, work pods and relax rows: New airline innovations shaping the future of flying A look at some of the proposed in-flight concepts and technologies that could soon take the air travel experience to new heights. -
Health news ‘Now I believe in myself,’ Yomif Kejelcha on his sub-2-hour marathon and coming second in London Yomif Kejelcha spoke with Euronews Health after breaking the two-hour record in his marathon debut and finishing second. -
Tech News Would you take orders from a chatbot? This Stockholm café is run by an AI manager A café in Stockholm is being run by an AI manager called Mona, who handles everything from hiring staff to ordering supplies. -
USA US lawmakers clash with Hegseth on Iran war and $25 billion price tag The war has cost $25 billion so far (€21 billion), according to Pentagon figures presented to the House Armed Services Committee. -
World News Trump says he is weighing reducing US troop presence in Germany after Iran feud with Merz Trump's threat comes after Merz earlier this week said that Washington was being “humiliated” by the Iranian leadership, criticising the US lack of strategy in the war.