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Honduras Honduras to buy Ukrainian drones to fight drug trafficking The discussions come as the Central American country continues to grapple with drug trafficking and some of the highest levels of violence in the region. -
Climate Heatwave kills 18 people in France, including two children On Monday, the average temperature nationwide reached 29.2°C, making it the third hottest day ever recorded. -
Europe News Belgium issues visas to Taliban delegation for EU migration talks The EU is preparing to host Taliban representatives for the first time since the group's return to power in Afghanistan. -
12 minutes with Next PM needs 'plan' for EU ties, Brexit legal campaigner Gina Miller tells Euronews Gina Miller, the campaigner who successfully took the British government to court over its handling of Brexit, told Euronews that the next Labour leader needs a "plan" for the UK's relationship with the EU. -
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Sport Messi smashes all-time World Cup goalscoring record with 18 goals for Argentina Messi has become the highest-scoring player in World Cup history with 18 goals. He now has two more than the previous record holder, former Germany striker Miroslav Klose. -
Japan Japan to increase visa fees by more than five times starting on 1 July Japan wants to help manage the rising costs of its immigration system by making tourist visas significantly more expensive in the first fee increase in nearly half a century. -
Business Capital markets union imperative to build euro as global reserve, Lagarde says In an increasingly unstable geopolitical landscape, the EU has no choice but to take control of its own money, head of ECB tells panel in Brussels. -
Europe News Corruption: Belgian judiciary issues arrest warrant for former EU Commissioner Dimitris Avramopoulos The investigation centres on allegations that foreign governments sought to influence decision-making in the European Parliament through payments and gifts to current and former lawmakers. -
Health news UK hospital declared critical incident as heatwave drives surge in demand A UK hospital has declared a critical incident and is restricting services to life-threatening emergencies only, as it struggles to cope with a sharp rise in demand driven by extreme heat. -
Business Inquiry into Mango founder's death adds key witnesses and reconstruction The investigating judge has summoned as witnesses the therapist, the Mango founder's daughters, his partner, the company's chief executive and several hikers and Mossos d'Esquadra officers. She has also ordered a forensic reconstruction of the fatal fall in Montserrat. -
Health news Two children die in car during heatwave in southern France Two children aged two and four were found dead in a family car in Carpentras, southeast France, on Monday afternoon. The heatwave is the leading hypothesis for their deaths, according to a local prosecutor. -
Europe News 'Another day, another leader': Londoners react to Starmer's resignation People in central London expressed frustration, uncertainty and cautious hope after Keir Starmer announced his resignation as UK prime minister. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | June 22nd, 2026 – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this June 22nd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Europe News EU sets stage for decoupling Moldova's accession bid from Ukraine's From the start, the accession bids of Moldova and Ukraine have been informally coupled. But now, after the opening of the first cluster of negotiations, the two candidates might go on separate ways. -
Europe Today EU 're-assessing' summit with UK after Keir Starmer lays out exit plan A European Commission spokesperson said on Monday that the EU is "reassessing" plans to hold a summit with the UK in late July, as it becomes increasingly likely that Prime Minister Keir Starmer's successor will be in post in just three and a half weeks. -
Europe News Israel FM urges EU dialogue, rejects ‘dictated’ positions after Kallas row A blistering row between Israel and the EU's foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas seems to be widening, with Israel's foreign affairs minister Gideon Sa'ar making what appears to be a reference to a highly-publicised clash on Monday alongside a senior EU official visiting the country. -
Europe News Pope Leo XIV at World Food Programme: "conflicts are ‘fed’ more readily than people are nourished" Pope Leo XIV visited the World Food Programme headquarters, where he denounced “imbalances in political and moral priorities” that hinder aid to the needy. -
Health news Three dead in France as record-breaking heatwave grips country Three people have died in France as an exceptional heatwave pushes temperatures above 40°C across parts of the country, with authorities warning that the extreme conditions could persist for several days. -
Travel News Greece records strong rise in tourism revenue and arrivals in first four months of 2026 Greek tourism gathered significant momentum in the first four months of 2026, with travel revenues and arrivals far outstripping the same period of 2025. -
Europe News EU's phase-out of China-made inverters gets a reality check As the EU plans to ban Chinese power inverters from EU-funded projects over cybersecurity fears, industry and investors are warning that European supply can't yet replace Chinese suppliers any time soon. -
Europe News Climate cooperation must go on despite US absence, Chinese minister says The European Union, Canada and China convened at the annual "Ministerial on Climate Action" to discuss expectations ahead of COP31 in Antalya, Turkey. -
Europe News Holiday islands under pressure: The snake invasion threatening Ibiza and Mallorca Up to four invasive snake species, harmless to humans, are threatening the biodiversity of Mediterranean islands. One has learned to swim to nearby islets to feed on local fauna, pushing one species to the brink of extinction. -
Climate School closures, alcohol bans and slow trains: How Europe’s heatwave is shutting down daily life Temperatures are expected to surge into the high-30s in many places as Europe faces its second heatwave in the space of a month. -
Kazakhstan ‘Strategic friendship’: Kazakhstan and EU ambassadors look ahead after a landmark year Kazakhstan's Ambassador to the EU, Roman Vassilenko, and the EU Ambassador to Kazakhstan, Aleška Simkić, reflect on a landmark year for bilateral relations and discuss the next priorities, from transport and trade to education and visa facilitation. -
Iran Iran and US make progress on Hormuz despite Trump's explosive threats JD Vance said 18 hours of talks in Switzerland had "laid a very good foundation" after both sides agreed a mechanism to keep the Strait of Hormuz open and maintain Lebanon's ceasefire, even as Trump threatened to hit Iran "only harder". -
No Comment World's largest kite festival fills Danish skies with 25,000 kites Thousands gather at Denmark's Fano International Kite Festival as giant dragon, whale and octopus kites fill the skies above the coast. -
World News Who is Abelardo de la Espriella? From controversial lawyer to Colombia's president The president-elect created his movement just 11 months ago, mirroring the model that worked in Argentina and El Salvador: patriotic talk, a firm hand against crime, and contempt for traditional politics. -
Culture news 'Passeport' controversy explained: Why did a French town cancel a play about refugees? A mayor's decision to cancel a play about refugees has caused uproar in France and raised concerns about the far-right's grip on culture. -
Culture news Epidaurus: 10,000-strong ovation for National Opera's 'Medea' The production was a reconstruction of the historic 1961 production of 'Medea' with Maria Callas, staged once again in the very same venue. -
Smart Regions AI, VR, learning of the future at any age, on a free digital campus with over 600 courses Germany’s Schleswig-Holstein has launched a digital campus with over 600 online and in-person courses on AI, virtual and augmented reality and other cutting-edge technologies. It is free of charge and open to all. -
No Comment Canal Saint-Martin becomes cooling spot as heatwave grips Paris Paris faces extreme heat as crowds use fountains and the Canal Saint-Martin to cool off, while authorities impose alerts and safety measures. -
Europe News Inside Ukraine’s campaign to turn Russian-occupied Crimea into an 'island' No petrol sales for civilians, a rolling power-outage schedule and a cancelled tourism season: what is happening in Russia-annexed Crimea amid Kyiv’s campaign to cut off the peninsula from Moscow’s control? -
Business EasyJet rejects €5.9bn takeover offer from US private equity firm British no-frills airline EasyJet has rejected three informal takeover proposals from a US private equity firm, the latest totalling nearly €5.9bn (£5 billion), the two sides revealed on Monday. -
Culture news SZA hits out at 'disgusting' AI music after discovering her songs were used in AI training "If you’re a musician and you support this degenerate shit? You’re disgusting.” The award-winning R&B singer has hit out at AI and Suno, which has maintained that its models don’t store or reproduce specific songs. -
Tech News EU's cloud and AI development act gets mixed reception The European Commission's goal of tripling the EU’s data centre market within five to seven years would not be possible without intrusive market engineering, and CADA does exactly that. -
Business Germany to take 40% stake in Leopard tank maker KNDS alongside France Berlin is preparing to buy a 40% stake in KNDS, the Franco-German group behind the Leopard and Leclerc battle tanks, putting it alongside France as a state shareholder in one of Europe's most important defence firms. -
Tech News The only way to get good at AI is to fail at it, says AWS’s chief marketing officer Julia White "AI is a wonderful thought partner — but it's not a tastemaker," says AWS marketing chief Julie White in an interview with Euronews Next. -
Europe News Kazakhstan's president in Brussels: Focus on energy, transportation routes, AI, and more Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev is visiting Brussels. His goal: to deepen cooperation between the EU and Kazakhstan. The 73-year-old previously outlined what this might look like in an op-ed for Euronews. We have summarized the key points. -
Europe News Spain's Supreme Court jails former socialist minister for 24 years in COVID corruption case A major blow to Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, Spain's Supreme Court has sentenced former socialist minister and close Sánchez ally José Luis Ábalos to 24 years in prison in a corruption case linked to COVID-19 mask contracts. -
Climate What are tropical nights? Inside the deadly phenomenon hiding behind Europe’s blistering heatwave Europe’s lack of air-conditioning means it is unprepared for the expected increase in ‘tropical nights’, experts warn. -
Travel News Assouline launches first-ever travel series kiosk at Doha's Hamad International Airport Travellers passing through Doha will be able to buy books, candles, totes and other gifts from the luxury publisher. -
Culture news Sesame Street scandal: Elmo’s World Cup support reveals Republican ‘hypocrisy’ A wholesome clip of Sesame Street's Elmo saying he is supporting Team USA during the FIFA World Cup has gone viral, and the House Republicans could not resist posting a reply... It has not gone down well. -
Residences Octola III: Embrace Arctic ultra-luxury at this invitation-only retreat in Finnish Lapland Opening in December, this private lodge accommodates just six guests and access is granted exclusively through an invitation-only waiting list. -
The Cube 10 years of Brexit: Which campaign claims have come true? A decade on from the referendum that led to the UK leaving the European Union, Euronews' fact-checking team looks at the campaign promises that were made on both the Leave and Remain sides to see which ones ended up happening. -
Europe Today Moldova's EU accession and Transnistria settlement are 'parallel processes', minister says Moldovan Foreign Minister Mihai Popșoi said the country's EU accession process and the Transnistria conflict are "parallel" tracks to prevent Vladimir Putin from gaining "leverage". Moldova is working "tirelessly" to ensure all Moldovans benefit from accession, said the minister. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | June 22nd, 2026 – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this June 22nd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
World News US-backed political newcomer wins Colombia election, marking country's right-wing shift With nearly all votes counted, the election results polarised the country, sparking both celebrations and protests across the country. -
Culture news The party is over: Why France is looking to tighten its grip on free parties On Monday, the French National Assembly will start reviewing a new governmental bill aiming to crack down on unauthorised outdoor gatherings, or 'free parties'. -
Europe in Motion A decade later: Europeans more positive about the EU than during Brexit Polling from Pew Research shows favourable views of the EU have increased since Brexit, even as national polling indicates support for some eurosceptic parties is at a high. -
Business The Ray-Ban heir who wants to buy out his own family from the luxury brand An heir to the Ray-Ban fortune has gone public with a direct appeal to his family's holding company, urging it to support his multi-billion-euro plan to buy out two of his siblings just days before a decisive shareholder vote. -
Sport Cape Verde produce another World Cup shock to keep remarkable run alive Cape Verde supporters in the United States celebrated after their team scored its first-ever World Cup goals and earned a 2-2 draw against Uruguay. -
Europe News UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer resigns as Andy Burnham announces candidacy Starmer will continue as caretaker prime minister until a new Labour leader is elected, while Reform UK has demanded a general election. -
Culture news Daft Punk’s ‘One More Time’ becomes French team’s official 2026 World Cup goal song Les Bleus’ next World Cup game is set for tonight against Iraq, and their chosen soundtrack is already delighting music fans... -
China China announces sanctions on 10 US companies as trade tensions flare The sanctions come a month after US President Donald Trump visited Beijing for talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping aimed at stabilising relations. -
Moments Venice to Istanbul: Explore more of the Balkans on the Golden Eagle Danube Express Golden Eagle Luxury Trains has refreshed its ‘Balkan Explorer’ rail route with an overnight stay in Belgrade, new Croatian stops and extended time in Bosnia and Herzegovina. -
No Comment Norway fans take over Times Square with Viking row Norwegian supporters in Viking helmets and national colours packed Times Square, chanting and singing before Norway’s Group I match against Senegal. -
Australia Australian police seize nearly 3 tonnes of cocaine in what has become the largest bust on record The bust of nearly 3 tonnes is the country’s largest ever and is believed to hold a street value of just shy of €500 million. -
Culture news BABELL turns Porto into a 'book city' with internationally renowned authors Two Nobel laureates, Booker Prize winners and writers will make Porto a literary capital from 24 to 29 June at the BABELL Festival, to bring readers closer to bookshops. -
EU.XL Can the EU fix the gender pay gap? Take our poll. The gender pay gap a persistent problem in Europe, where men earn, on average 12.7 percent more per hour. The EU has just implemented its new Pay Transparency Directive, to pull the curtain back on salary secrecy and empower employees. -
Europe Today Newsletter: A Commissioner's secret trip to Israel In this newsletter: A high-ranking EU official visits Jerusalem on Monday, exposing a vacuum of information about the trip; UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is expected to lay-out how he will vacate Number 10 Downing Street; plus, the EU-Moldova summit gets underway in the Belgian capital. -
Cinema 'Toy Story 5' breaks record and scores biggest box office debut of 2026 Pixar’s Toy Story franchise has proven its enduring appeal, with the fifth instalment shattering box office records and securing the biggest opening weekend of 2026. -
World News Spain pound Saudi Arabia 4-0 as Egypt tops Group G in matchday two fixtures of the 2026 World Cup Spain returns to its winning ways as Egypt break their group’s draw deadlock in the second matchday fixtures for groups G and H at the 2026 World Cup. -
Markets Markets: Oil slips on US-Iran talks progress as pound falls on Keir Starmer exit Oil prices retreated on Monday after signs of progress in US-Iran negotiations eased fears of ongoing supply disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global oil transit route. In the UK, market watchers turned their attention to the departure of the country's prime minister. -
Europe Today Europe Today: Starmer set to step down as US-Iran talks and Moldova summit unfold US-Iran talks continued after a temporary pause threatened the fragile agreement, as Brussels hosted the second EU-Moldova summit focused on Chişinău's membership bid. Meanwhile, pressure grew on UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer as tensions between Poland and Ukraine continued to escalate. -
EU.XL How does the EU ensure pay transparency? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot The EU is rewriting compensation rules. Member states had until 7 June to implement the Pay Transparency Directive, which addresses pay transparency and gender pay gap. But what does it change in practice? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot. -
Culture news Supergirl, Frida Kahlo and dragons: What to see, do or hear this week in Europe A major new Frida Kahlo exhibition arrives in London, Supergirl blasts onto the big screen, and House of the Dragon returns for a third season. Here's what to look out for this week. -
Economy Poland's Top Economist: Germany’s economy needs “bold revolutionary approach” Germany is Europe's largest economy. Poland is Europe's most successful one. For economist Marcin Piątkowski, that sounds like a "match made in heaven." In an interview with Euronews, he explains what Germany can learn from Poland's remarkable economic success story. -
Residences Mandarin Oriental is set to return to this southeast Asian capital this winter Luxury hospitality brand will return to Manila after a 14-year absence, bringing with it suites with skyline views and a wellness floor inspired by Filipino traditions. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | June 22nd, 2026 – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this June 22nd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Europe News Kazakhstan and the European Union: Building the next chapter of a strategic partnership The partnership between Kazakhstan and the EU is more important today than ever before, writes President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev in an opinion article for Euronews, identifying three key strategic objectives to build the next chapter of a strategic partnership. -
Climate Europe’s heat pumps replace Middle East gas imports twice over. Which country is leading the way? A new analysis says that heat pumps avoided a staggering €9.7 billion in import costs alone last year. -
Economy Average rents across European capitals: Eurostat reveals the most expensive countries Housing accounts for the largest share of household spending, but rents vary dramatically across Europe. Eurostat's latest data show which cities are the most expensive for tenants and where renting remains relatively affordable. -
Qatar 13 killed and 66 injured in explosion at Qatar’s largest energy site, authorities confirm Qatar Energy announced on Monday afternoon that a massive accidental explosion and blaze at the country’s main energy site at Ras Laffan the night before killed 13 people and injured 66, as workers tried to resume operations. Qatar says its LNG exports are not affected. -
Switzerland Lower-level technical talks to continue as first round of direct US-Iran negotiations wrap up Iran’s top diplomat hailed mediators Pakistan and Qatar’s efforts over what he called “major progress” to end the continued Israeli offensive on Lebanon, despite a fragile truce. The comments came after Iran and the US kickstarted a 6-day negotiating window to permanently end the war.