15 May 2026 | Euronews
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Europe News Andalusia campaign marked by controversy ends ahead of key Sunday vote Spain's most populous region ends a campaign marked by controversy, in elections followed abroad for their potential political impact. -
World News Israel confirms Hamas armed wing chief killed in Gaza strike The military said Haddad was “among the last senior commanders in Hamas’s military wing responsible for planning and carrying out the October 7th massacre.” -
Israel Israel and Lebanon extend their ceasefire by 45 days following talks in the US The US State Department will hold negotiations aimed at reaching a permanent political agreement on the 2 and 3 June. Beforehand, the Pentagon is to bring together military delegations from the countries concerned on 29 May. -
Europe News Hundreds of Hungarian roads may be contaminated with asbestos Measurements have shown that more than 300 sites in western Hungary have been covered with aggregates containing asbestos. There are currently no preventive regulations in place in Europe regarding natural asbestos. -
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Culture news Extraordinary discovery in Pompeii: A doctor identified thanks to his instruments Interdisciplinary work made it possible to identify the body of a doctor among the victims of the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD. The plaster cast held a case with the instruments used by doctors at the time -
Europe News Norway defends move to cancel missile system sale following criticism from Malaysia Norway's foreign ministry said exports of some of Oslo's “most sensitive” defence technologies would be limited to its “allies and closest partners.” -
Europe News Spanish row over EU cash fuels north–south tensions ahead of tough budget talks Spain is at the centre of a political storm after conservative politicians across Europe accused Madrid of using EU money to pay for pensions. Madrid denies it but the damage may be done as tough budget talks get underway. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | May 15th, 2026 – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 15th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
The Cube MEP and far-right influencers barred from UK rally: Who are they and what was the reason? The UK government barred seven individuals from entering the UK, stating that their presence is "not conducive to the public good". But on what grounds and what does this decision mean in practice? -
China What is the 'Thucydides Trap' that Xi invoked in his meeting with Trump? Xi Jinping opened his Beijing summit with Trump by asking whether the two powers could avoid the "Thucydides Trap" — then warned that mishandling Taiwan could lead to war. -
Earth News Greece has cheap green energy in abundance. So why are electricity bills still so high? Solar energy producers have called for a halt to new renewable projects, as battery storage lags behind a growing oversupply. -
Lifestyle When two become one: Old and new watchmakers collaborate to change perception of time The bold move is part of Audemars Piguet CEO Ilaria Resta’s drive to push the boundaries of an industry whose reputation is often hampered by entrenched assumptions. -
Health news What we know about Congo's new Ebola outbreak Congo’s new Ebola outbreak has caused 65 deaths and 246 suspected cases so far. -
Europe News Merz and Trump hold “good” phone call, German Chancellor says German Chancellor Merz said earlier phone discussions with US President Donald Trump included the situation of the Strait of Hormuz and an agreement that Tehran should not possess nuclear weapons. -
Earth News The world's largest lake is disappearing – and it's taking ecosystems and livelihoods with it Scientists warn that climate change and habitat degradation are accelerating water loss in the Caspian Sea. -
Culture news Sphere Abu Dhabi: The world’s most futuristic venue is heading to Yas Island A large, shiny orb, prominent on Abu Dhabi’s desert skyline, is soon to become its next defining feature. Following the success of the original Sphere in Las Vegas, Abu Dhabi has revealed plans to build a similar entity, which will be the first of its kind in a venue outside of the United States. -
Destinations Why brutalist architecture is the latest travel trend taking over social media The controversial style is best explored on a walking tour in Skopje in North Macedonia, but there are plenty of other cities where you can embrace the trend. -
Maldives Five Italians die in Maldives cave diving tragedy Rescue teams in the Maldives continued recovery operations after the country’s deadliest diving accident killed five Italian divers. -
Libya Libya football riots spread to Tripoli as fans torch government building Fans rioted after a disputed referee decision ended a Libyan league match in Tarhunah, with violence spreading to Tripoli where the Government of National Unity's headquarters was set on fire. -
No Comment Funeral in Jabalia after Israeli strike hits Gaza wake despite ceasefire Residents of Jabalia bury two Palestinians killed in an Israeli strike on a wake, as Gaza reports nearly 73,000 dead and truce violations persist. -
Travel News The world has 10 five-star airlines – and none are European Asian and Middle Eastern carriers have once again dominated Skytrax’s prestigious 5-star airline rankings, with no European airline earning a place among the world’s top-rated operators. -
Made in Europe World leader in Earth observation made in Europe: Small satellites from Finland see everything EU governments are eager to work with ICEYE. The Finnish space company sells mini satellites that help allied nations safeguard their sovereignty. That’s because when it comes to Earth observation and military reconnaissance, the high-resolution radar eyes in space are second to none. -
Uzbekistan Women's rights and demographics take centre stage at regional forum in Bukhara Regional leaders and UN officials gathered in Bukhara to discuss how investing in women and demographic planning could shape long-term development across Asia. -
Culture news 'My name is Donald, it's not my fault': What did Poland's Prime Minister confess to the Clooney's? When Donald Tusk met George and Amal Clooney this week during the ImpactCEE'26 conference in Poznan the moment swiftly went viral as the Polish leader ingratiated himself with the Hollywood star. -
Health news Nicotine pouches are being ‘aggressively’ marketed to young people, WHO report warns The World Health Organization warns in a new report about the addiction risks of nicotine pouches and the industry’s “aggressive” marketing tactics targeting young people. -
No Comment Watch: Ukraine and Russia swap 205 prisoners each in major exchange deal Ukraine and Russia swap 205 prisoners each in the first stage of a planned 1,000-for-1,000 exchange, mediated by the United Arab Emirates. -
Tech News NASA's Psyche spacecraft to race past Mars in hunt for clues about how Earth was formed The crucial manoeuvre scheduled for Friday will use the gravity of Mars to shift Psyche onto the right path, a faster and cheaper method NASA scientists say could help unlock clues about the birth of Earth. -
Europe News Ukraine and Russia swap 205 prisoners of war each in US-brokered exchange Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Telegram most of the Ukrainians handed over had been in Russian captivity since 2022. -
Travel News These are the best cocktail bars in Europe, according to the Pinnacle Guide The guide’s assessment, which assigns up to three ‘pins’, looks at the drinks programme, look and feel, and community. -
Europe News FC Barcelona tells Euronews 'no comment' after Israel accuses Yamal of 'inciting hatred' In response to a Euronews request for a comment, FC Barcelona declined to back its star player Lamine Yamal after Israel’s defence minister accused him of “inciting hatred towards Israel” for waving a Palestinian flag. The club said it had “no comment” to make on the issue. -
Destinations Europe dominates new ranking of the world’s best walking cities for 2026 Rome, Madrid and Budapest are among the European hotspots leading a new global ranking of the best cities to explore on foot, while destinations across Asia and Latin America rapidly climb the list. -
Markets Stock trade disclosure reveals Trump made massive gains on Big Tech bets A newly released ethics filing has revealed that US President Donald Trump made over 3,600 stock trades during the first quarter of 2026 with a value of between $220 million (€188mn) and $750 million (€641mn). -
Europe News Five countries push back against Commission's electric grid plans The five capitals argue that the European Commission oversteps member states’ national competences and misunderstands how energy systems operate. They call for a European Union based on coordinated regional systems rather than a fully centralised energy union. -
Earth News Blue Flag beaches: Spain hits a new record with 794 sandy stretches awarded, followed by Greece Mediterranean beaches have swept the Blue Flag awards again this year. -
No Comment South Korea opens Galaxy Robot Park in Seoul with K-pop, AI shows and family fun South Korea has opened the Galaxy Robot Park in Seoul, a robot-themed entertainment venue featuring humanoid boxing matches, K-pop dance shows and interactive AI attractions for children and families. -
China Underwhelming summit outcome in China brings Trump back to reality After raising high expectations ahead of his trip to Beijing, the U.S president leaves with little to show for it, disappointing investors. On key flashpoints such as Iran and Taiwan, China didn't give any ground. -
EU.XL Could the EU’s next budget shrink civil society and NGOs? The European Commission says its next long-term budget will strengthen democratic values. Civil society groups warn it could instead quietly weaken NGOs by removing protected funding and shifting control to national governments. -
Health news New Ebola outbreak in remote Congo province leaves 65 dead, 246 infected Congo is suffering a new Ebola outbreak with 246 suspected cases and 65 deaths recorded so far, according to the Africa CDC. -
Europe News 'Point of no return': 36 countries join special tribunal to prosecute Vladimir Putin The tribunal on the crime of aggression against Ukraine marks "the point of no return" in the search for justice, the country's foreign minister said on Friday. But the court will face limitations in bringing Putin to justice. -
Culture news Halftime hits: FIFA reveals star-studded squad for historic World Cup final show FIFA has announced the line up for its first-ever World Cup half-time show with Madonna, Shakira and BTS all set to feature as world football's governing body seeks to emulate the success of the NFL's Superbowl show. -
Iraq Iraq swears in new prime minister as US presses Baghdad to disarm Iran-backed groups Iraqi parliament approved Ali al-Zaidi's government on Thursday, with the new prime minister vowing a state monopoly on weapons as Washington leans on Baghdad to disarm Iran-backed groups. -
Europe News Denmark's Queen Margrethe has angioplasty in hospital, royal palace says Hugely popular among Danes for subtly modernising the monarchy, Margrethe has faced multiple health problems in recent years. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | May 15th, 2026 – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 15th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Business Marc Jacobs parts ways with LVMH after nearly 30 years The American designer, 63, will stay on as creative director as his label changes hands for the first time in three decades, with LVMH pressing ahead with a broader portfolio clear-out. -
Europe News Merz doubles down on opposition to ‘Draghi-style’ common debt proposal German Chancellor Friedrich Merz reiterated his opposition to issue additional joint debt to strengthen European competitiveness during a speech in Aachen on Thursday, in response to Mario Draghi’s acceptance speech for the Charlemagne Prize. -
Business Greece's budget surplus of €5bn blows past forecasts in first quarter of 2026 Greece's primary budget surplus reached €5.175bn in the first three months of 2026 — more than double the €2.298bn target — though the ministry said one-off transfers and early fund receipts inflated the headline figure. -
Europe Today Watch: Beyond Eurovision's glitter - how geopolitics became the biggest act in Vienna Have you ever wondered what makes a hit in 2026? According to Spotify, a song should have a tempo of 127 beats per minute, a four-four time signature, and the key of F Major. But this year, the biggest hit at Eurovision is not a melody; it is the politics. -
Europe News Spain's PM Pedro Sánchez 'proud' of Barcelona's Yamal in Palestinian flag row Relations between Spain and Israel have plummeted since the start of the Gaza war, sparked by the Hamas-led attack on Israel on 7 October 2023. -
Ukraine Death toll from large-scale Russian attack that slammed Ukraine rises to 24 The drone and missile barrage, that mostly targeted Kyiv, marked one of Russia's largest attacks in the past four years. Many EU leaders voiced support for Ukraine. -
Business Cristiano Ronaldo adds free sports streamer to his business empire ahead of the World Cup The channel will be responsible for showing 34 matches from the 2026 World Cup, live and at no cost to viewers, including all the matches of the Portuguese national football team. -
Europe in Motion Which European countries are the largest exporters of plastic waste? Plastic waste exports from Europe hit new highs in 2025, with Germany and the UK leading shipments abroad. Which countries are taking it in? -
Travel News 14 new beaches in Italy have been awarded Blue Flags – here's where they are There are now 525 award-winning beaches, with Liguria in the lead and growth in Calabria, Puglia and Sicily. -
Europe News Helsinki Airport resumes flights after drone alert forces suspension, officials say Europe has been on high alert for weeks after drone flyovers into NATO airspace reached an unprecedented scale last September, prompting leaders to agree to develop a "drone wall" along their borders. -
No Comment Protests erupt in Havana as Cuba faces severe fuel shortages Small protests broke out in Havana over worsening shortages of food, power, and fuel, as Cuban authorities blamed US sanctions for the crisis and warned that fuel reserves had run out. -
Earth News Blocked sunlight and changing clouds: How coal pollution is damaging our solar potential Scientists warn that solar capacity is being damaged, as the world clings to polluting coal power. -
The Cube Fact check: Is the EU about to restrict the use of VPNs? Claims that the EU could restrict the use of VPNs have spread widely online in recent weeks, prompting concerns among some users about digital freedoms and online privacy. However, they seem to have stemmed from a misunderstanding. -
Europe Today Letting Israel participate in Eurovision 'wrong from the beginning', Spain’s culture minister says Eurovision is 'whitewashing’ the Israel-Hamas war by allowing Israel to compete, Spain's Minister of Culture Ernest Urtasun told Euronews in exclusive comments. -
Tech News Europe’s AI defence revolution: who’s leading and what comes next? Analysts told Euronews Next that Germany, France, Ukraine and the United Kingdom stand out as countries that have done the most for AI military integration so far. -
North Korea North Korea slams UK over sanctions on camp allegedly linked to abducted Ukrainian children Since the war in Ukraine erupted in 2022, 2,318 Ukrainian children remain missing, while 20,570 have been deported or forcibly displaced and 704 killed, according to a Ukrainian government portal. -
No Comment King Charles and Idris Elba share the DJ stage at royal garden party King Charles III marks 50 years of The King’s Trust at Buckingham Palace, celebrating its support for 1.5 million disadvantaged young people worldwide. -
Europe Today Drone fallout rocks Latvia and fragile US–China reset Latvia is reeling from a major drone incursion last week that resulted in the resignation of the prime minister and the sacking of the defence minister. As the country reckons with major questions about its air defences, Europe is also watching the finale of Trump's visit to China. -
Business BYD in talks to buy idle European car plants as it eyes Maserati BYD is in talks with Stellantis and other carmakers about buying underused European plants, according to the Chinese carmaker's vice-president. -
Brussels, My Love? Podcast | Hungary after Viktor Orbán: How 16 years vanished in 30 days After 16 years of Viktor Orbán’s rule, Hungary suddenly feels like a different country. The billboards are gone, the propaganda machine has fallen silent, and new Prime Minister Péter Magyar is promising sweeping change. This week on Euronews’ weekly podcast Brussels, My Love?, we hear how. -
Earth News Rise in dolphin and whale sightings in Cyprus prompts increased protection measures In recent weeks, an increased presence of dolphins and other cetaceans has been recorded in the marine areas of Cyprus. -
No Comment Xi gives Trump private tour of secret garden in Beijing Chinese President Xi Jinping accompanies US counterpart Donald Trump on a walk through the gardens of Zhongnanhai, a central leadership compound next to Beijing's Forbidden City. -
Culture news Eurovision Song Contest 2026: Ten more countries complete lineup for Saturday's finale The Eurovision Song Contest's final lineup has been decided, with five more countries on their way home after failing to make it out of second semifinal on Thursday. -
Cuba US reportedly seeks to indict Cuba's ex-president Raúl Castro as energy crisis deepens US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has renewed an offer of €85 million in aid on the condition that the assistance be distributed by the Catholic Church, bypassing the government. -
Europe Today Europe Today: Latvia in turmoil after PM resigns over drone incursion — what now? Latvia, an EU and NATO member, is facing political turmoil after PM Evika Siliņa resigned yesterday following a drone incursion described as a major security failure. Europe Today has exclusive comments from former Defence Minister Andris Sprūds, who also stepped down this week. -
Cinema Cannes Film Festival: Alexandra Matthaiou on the Directors' Fortnight The director spoke to Euronews about her third short film participating in the acclaimed film festival. It makes its world premiere during the Directors' Fortnight, the section that has long highlighted independent and daring cinematic voices. -
USA Israel and Lebanon meet for third round of direct talks in Washington Israel and Lebanon will meet for a second day in Washington to continue its third round of direct talks, as fighting between Israel and Hezbollah continues. -
Destinations From London to Athens: Europe’s best cities for easy day trips revealed New research has revealed the European cities that travellers most frequently use as bases for day trips, from London escapes to Stonehenge and Bath to island visits from Athens and wine tours from Florence. -
Health news Are you sleeping too little or too much for healthy ageing? A large new study suggests that too little and too much sleep are linked to faster ageing and several diseases. How much sleep do we really need to avoid fast ageing? -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | May 15th, 2026 – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 15th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Iran Iran eyes fees on Hormuz internet cables as new lever against the West IRGC-linked media have called on Tehran to impose fees on submarine cables through the Strait of Hormuz and monitor global data traffic, citing claimed sovereignty over the waterway. -
Climate Spain, France and Portugal miss out on top 10 most climate-resilient capitals – see full list Europe has been identified as the planet’s fastest-warming continent, underlining the ‘urgency’ to reduce emissions and strengthen climate resilience. -
Gaza Exclusive: Inside Gaza's hunger crisis as aid falters and funding dries up Community kitchens serving basic foodstuffs like lentils once a week are the last food source for hundreds of thousands in Gaza, as aid flows have dropped by 37% and only 10% of funding has been secured, Euronews learns on the ground in the Strip. -
Economy Average wages across Europe: Countries with the highest and lowest salaries Euronews Business takes a closer look at annual gross average wages across Europe, based on the OECD's 2026 report. The figures reveal significant disparities both in nominal and purchasing power terms. -
China Trump and Xi wrap up summit claiming progress in stabilising ties but differences remain The two leaders met on Friday at final talks of the superpower summit, which the US president said "settled a lot of different problems". Xi described Trump's visit as a "milestone visit".