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Azerbaijan Aliyev says former Russian and German officials were in Baku for possible meeting over Ukraine Azerbaijan’s president revealed that former Russian and German officials were in Baku at the same time earlier in July, but that Azerbaijan’s authorities were neither notified nor aware of the meeting, which might have involved discussions over Ukraine. -
Europe News Zelenskyy replaces Oleksandr Syrskyi with Mykhailo Drapatyi as Ukraine's commander-in-chief Under pressure from civil society and widespread protests across Ukraine, President Zelenskyy on Tuesday replaced General Syrskyi with Mykhailo Drapatyi as Ukraine's commander-in-chief. -
USA Trump promises US support for Lebanon in White House meeting with president Lebanon and Israel have held rare direct talks mediated by Washington. Aoun’s visit was the first to the White House by a Lebanese president since 2009. -
Earth News Emergency farm law adopted: conditional return of two pesticides The law confirms that, by way of exemption, permission may be granted to use two controversial pesticides: acetamiprid, harmful to pollinators, and flupyradifurone, likely to be sold as treated seeds. -
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Europe News US appeals court rejects Biden bid to block release of memoir ghostwriter recordings A divided three-judge panel of the US Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit suspended its decision until 3 August to give Biden more time to consider a further appeal. -
Azerbaijan Aliyev visits Berlin to deepen energy and trade ties with Germany Azerbaijan and Germany signed a strategic partnership declaration covering energy, transport and trade, with Chancellor Merz welcoming Azerbaijan's gas deliveries, expected to reach 2 billion cubic metres annually by next year, as a further step away from reliance on Moscow. -
Europe News Spanish singer Julio Iglesias sues Spain's deputy PM Yolanda Díaz, demands €50,000 The singer has filed a lawsuit in the Supreme Court against the deputy prime minister, alleging a violation of his right to honour and seeking €50,000 over remarks she made about sexual abuse allegations brought by two former employees. -
Europe News France becomes the first country in Europe to officially ban social media for under-15s Other EU countries such as Greece, Slovenia and Sweden are planning to restrict minors' access to social media. -
Culture news Russia at Venice Biennale, Brussels cuts €2 million in EU funds: appeal planned New clash between the European Union and the Venice Biennale: EU funds halted, the Foundation appeals and Italy’s government voices criticism. -
World News Russian prison intercepts cat used to smuggle drugs into penal colony In Russia, offenders reportedly used a cat to smuggle illegal drugs into Correctional Colony No. 17 in the city of Nizhny Novgorod. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | July 21st, 2026 – Evening Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 21st, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Culture news D-Day nears for UNESCO listing of France's Normandy landing beaches The bid to have the D-Day landing beaches listed as UNESCO World Heritage site has entered a decisive phase, with a decision due between 24 and 27 July. Beyond its symbolic value, the status could boost tourism while helping to protect this endangered heritage. -
No Comment Firefighters battle major wildfire as thousands of hectares burn in central Spain Firefighters battle a major wildfire in Spain's Guadalajara province as flames destroy thousands of hectares and force more than 1,200 people to flee. -
Health news Spain moves to ban smoking on terraces and beaches under new anti-tobacco law The bill extends smoke-free areas, bans under-18s from smoking, treats vapes like tobacco and tightens rules on their sale, advertising and sponsorship. -
No Comment Wildfire spreads in southeastern France as firefighters battle blaze Firefighting aircrafts battled a fast-moving wildfire in southeastern France as the blaze spread across hundreds of hectares, prompting evacuations and threatening nearby communities. -
Sport Messi's strange pre-final video puzzles World Cup fans Messi’s team talk before the 2026 World Cup final sparked theories online. Journalist Eduardo Feinmann relayed claims that Messi’s call to 'forget everything' was linked to rumours circulating before the match, although this has not been confirmed. -
Europe News Brussels prepares first digital rulebook fine against Google, risking Trump's ire: media reports German media reports say the EU executive is set to announce the fine against the tech titan on Thursday in a move that could escalate tensions with the Trump administration over digital services. -
Europe News UK to remove 5% tax on electricity bills as Burnham holds first cabinet meeting The UK's new prime minister, Andy Burnham, has held his first cabinet meeting, telling ministers he will set out his plans "over the coming days" and promised to reveal how his government will pay for any reductions in tax. -
Cinema Luke Skywalker's 'The Empire Strikes Back' lightsaber breaks Star Wars record at auction The lightsaber used by actor Mark Hamill in 'The Empire Strikes Back' (1980) has broken a record at auction for the sale of screen-used props. It sold for $3.75 million. -
Mauritania UN reports 144 dead or missing after migrant boat is stranded at sea for 25 days Two children onboard the boat bound for the Canary Islands lost their entire family before the passengers were picked up by a rescue operation from Mauritania. -
Health news Living near noisy traffic could increase Parkinson’s risk, study finds Long-term exposure to a busy road may increase the chances of developing Parkinson's disease, though a quiet side of the house could give some protection, new research suggests. -
Focus Uzbekistan forum explores Islamic civilisation's role in modern science Researchers, religious leaders and policymakers examined how centuries of Islamic scholarship continue to influence education, scientific research and international cooperation. -
Economy Spain backs Hernández de Cos in first-ever bid for the ECB presidency, reports say The Spanish government has chosen Pablo Hernández de Cos, general manager of the Bank for International Settlements and former Bank of Spain governor, as its candidate to succeed Christine Lagarde at the ECB. -
Tech News Fabricated AI animal videos are distorting how we see wildlife, researchers warn AI-generated animal footage is racking up millions of views online, but researchers warn it is also distorting public understanding of wildlife behaviour and could be undermining support for conservation. -
Travel News Middle East flights: Air France suspends routes to Riyadh, Dubai and Beirut Air France said it is ‘monitoring the situation’ in ‘real time’ while other carriers including KLM, British Airways, Aegean and Singapore Airlines have also issued recent updates on their Middle East flights. -
Kazakhstan Four drone strikes in four days hit tankers carrying Kazakhstan's oil Drone attacks on vessels in the Black Sea tasked with transporting Kazakhstan's oil persisted for multiple days, with Astana condemning the strikes. The CPC route carries around 80% of Kazakhstan's oil exports and more than 1% of global supply. -
Iran Iran vows to bomb own land as fears grow over Kuwait incursion Iranian MPs called for capturing US soldiers and launching ground attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain, as discussions grew over a possible ground operation by either side and US strikes entered their 10th consecutive day. -
Lebanon Lebanese army begins deployment to southern regions after Israel deal Beirut announced the beginning of its mobilisation to the southern Lebanese regions as President Aoun prepares for a high-stakes meeting with US President Donald Trump on Tuesday to conclude his four-day visit to Washington. -
Earth News Invasive snakes at German landfill: hunt for green whip snake From a landfill in Germany’s West Palatinate, the green-yellow western whip snake is spreading. Reptile expert Hubert Laufer has already caught over 300 of this invasive species and tells Euronews why he is still hunting them. -
Travel News This new luxury hotel in Cappadocia has panoramic views of fairy chimneys and valleys The new Fortuna of Cappadocia, Autograph Collection hotel offers travellers a heritage-inspired retreat among the Turkish region’s famed sweeping valleys and rock formations. -
Europe News Anger mounts in Italy after Moroccan man dies under police restraint while pleading for help The incident has been likened to George Floyd's murder in the United States six years ago, and also prompted comparisons with tactics used by the US's Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) under President Donald Trump. -
Europe News Three wounded in strike on Ukraine-bound LPG tanker off Romania in the Black Sea Romania’s president says the attack on the Ukrainian ship carrying dangerous chemicals was “most likely” the result of a Russian attack, calling it a “serious incident” and launching a probe to determine its cause. -
Tech News Anthropic to pay €1.3bn in biggest copyright settlement on record A US judge has approved Anthropic's payout to authors whose pirated books trained its Claude chatbot, closing the first major settlement in a wave of copyright lawsuits against AI companies. -
Iran Iran's IRGC claims attack on Amazon's main data hub in Bahrain The IRGC claimed its cruise missiles destroyed Amazon's central data infrastructure in Bahrain and hit US air defence systems. Bahraini, US and Amazon officials have not responded. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | July 21st, 2026 – Midday Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 21st, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Economy One in five EU jobs classed as vulnerable and Spain tops the list, report says Close to one in five jobs in the European Union qualifies as vulnerable on at least one of three counts, inadequate pay, insecure employment or a lack of workplace rights, according to a new report from Eurofound, which places Spain at the top of the table. -
Culture news Historic Italian theatres vying for UNESCO's World Heritage status Eighteen historic condominium-style theatres across Italy's Marche, Emilia Romagna and Umbria regions are seeking to be recognised by UNESCO and are hoping for a place on its prestigious World Heritage List. -
Sport FIFA opens investigation into Argentina over post-World Cup final incidents Football's governing body has appointed a prosecutor to assess the clashes between Argentine and Spanish players at the full-time whistle at the Metlife Stadium as well as the banner held by players after the semi-final with England. -
Moments Riyadh Air review: I flew to Madrid on the world’s newest airline – here’s what it was like Riyadh Air’s business class offering is seriously impressive, and the Hafawa Lounge at King Khalid International might just be the Middle East’s best airport lounge. -
Europe News Journalist behind Trump-Meloni row Daniele Compatangelo dies suddenly The La7 journalist died at the age of 50 after falling ill. In recent months, he had risen to prominence with his exclusive interview with US President Donald Trump, which ignited a political storm in Italy. -
Europe in Motion Where in the EU can people expect the longest working life? From the Netherlands to Romania, expected working lives vary dramatically across the EU. Here's how every country compares. -
Travel News New Saudi visa lets Umrah pilgrims visit multiple times within a year Saudi Arabia has launched a new one-year multiple-entry visa, which will allow Umrah pilgrims to make repeated visits. -
The Cube Fact check: Is the EU set to ban bottled water multipacks? Claims that the EU will ban multipacks of bottled water from August have spread widely on social media. But a closer look at the legislation shows the picture is more nuanced than some posts suggest. -
Europe News Two tourists injured in knife attack at Acropolis, police arrest suspect A man attacked a Greek-American couple with a knife at the entrance to the Acropolis archaeological site and was arrested by Athens police shortly afterwards. -
Culture news 'Kick Argentina out of the World Cup' petition nearly breaks Guinness World Record FIFA has confirmed that Argentina will face an investigation into the “disgusting” scenes at the end of the World Cup final. The team has gone viral for all the wrong reasons at this year’s tournament; and now, a petition to kick them out of the World Cup has amassed more than 23 million signatures. -
Europe News Andrew and Tristan Tate to fight UK extradition over rape and trafficking allegations The US-born brothers were arrested in Miami, Florida and face a total of 59 charges from the Crown Prosecution Service, including rape, assault and human trafficking. -
No Comment Drone strike sparks major fire in Sumy, northeastern Ukraine A home improvement shopping centre in Sumy, Ukraine, catches fire after a reported Russian FPV drone strike as firefighters battle the blaze. -
Tech News Could 'banned topics' be the secret to stopping AI hackers? The trick to stopping an AI cyberattack may be as simple as bringing up a subject the AI system is not allowed to discuss. -
Space Portuguese scientists study Martian clouds to help future landings As plans for crewed missions to Mars advance, a study led by two Portuguese scientists at Lisbon University's Faculty of Sciences is helping make landings on the Red Planet smoother. -
Europe Today Trade, trophies and tanks In today's newsletter: A team of Members of the European Parliament travel to China, Spain's reigning champions tour Madrid, and an expert explains the point of Europe's military parades. -
EU.XL Air passenger rights reform: What the new rules mean for you It's official: air passengers across the bloc will enjoy stronger rights from mid-2027. The European Parliament and the European Council approved the agreement reached earlier in June to strengthen passengers’ protection against flight disruptions. -
No Comment Victorious Spanish team parade through Madrid after World Cup triumph Spain's World Cup-winning team toured Madrid on an open-top bus as huge crowds lined the streets to celebrate their victory over Argentina -
Europe Today Europe Today: Spain celebrates World Cup triumph as Burnham takes office in the UK Two million people took to the streets of Madrid to welcome home their World Cup heroes last night. In the UK, Andy Burnham delivered his first address to the nation as Prime Minister, while in Germany Chancellor Friedrich Merz has signalled a government reshuffle. -
Europe News Four things to know one year after the Turnberry agreement Trade flows, investment, exemptions and tariffs: where does the hard-won EU-US trade deal stand today? -
Economy Trump imposes 50% tariffs on Canadian goods citing disputes over autos President Donald Trump on Monday imposed 50% tariffs on most Canadian goods, declaring that Canada has unfairly discriminated against American autos, alcohol and dairy products. -
Health news How to keep babies safe when temperatures soar this summer As heatwaves grow more frequent and severe, here's what parents need to know to keep infants and young children safe in the heat. -
Economy Where are Europe's households most indebted? Not where you would think Europe's household debt map reveals a surprising north-south divide. Discover the latest Eurostat figures and the 10 most indebted countries. -
Ecotech Wind and solar power ‘stranded’ in Europe’s outdated energy grid. Is there an ‘immediate’ solution? “Political ambitions mean nothing if clean electrons are stranded in connection queues.” -
Europe News Three possible ways to lift the Greek veto on new Russia sanctions Brussels' new sanctions package against Russia has run into formidable resistance from Greece. Euronews looks at ways the impasse might be broken. -
Top News Stories Today Latest news bulletin | July 21st, 2026 – Morning Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 21st, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. -
Destinations Revealed: The underrated European islands set to be 2026's hottest holiday escapes New research has revealed the world’s up-and-coming islands seeing the biggest rise in popularity, with three European gems featuring in the ranking. -
Europe News How Montenegro might complicate the EU's already tense budget talks Montenegro's €3.2 billion EU accession package is small change for the bloc's taxpayers, but it could set a precedent for how future enlargements are funded. -
Travel News The Venice few tourists know: Sunrise runs and crafting your own Venetian mask Millions of tourists visit Venice every year, yet only a few discover the city of artisans, age-old traditions and hidden corners that still preserve its true soul. -
Europe News Beyond the shadow of 'Too Big to Fail': moving past a fragmented European banking system In an opinion piece for Euronews, Frédéric Oudéa, Chairman of Revolut Western Europe, says Europe should move beyond fragmented banking markets and create pan-European financial champions to finance innovation, defence and the green transition. -
Iran Tanker attacked in Strait of Hormuz as US strikes Iran for tenth consecutive night As fighting escalates between both sides, Iran's interior minister travelled to Pakistan, a key mediator in the conflict, for talks.